Align Pilates® Minneapolis

Okey-dokey boot campers, tomorrow is Friday. This means we have almost reached the end of the very first week of our challenging 3-week endeavor. First of all, congratulations to all! I bet it feels pretty good (if not a little sore) to have the first couple days under your belt! Yes, boot camp is a challenge. (That’s why we signed up, right? Um, this is the part where you nod and say ‘yes.’) But by now, we know what we are in for, and we are a little more familiar with the goals we’d like to accomplish during the next two weeks of camp. So in honor of the almost-completion of our first week, we’ve found a few tips and tricks to compliment what we have accomplished thus far. (And might I add, I think we have come a long way). Consider these little healthy nudges to help you keep up the strong work:

It’s all in the hips. Kettlebells is all about form. At least, that’s what my screaming muscles are telling me. If your body is urging to you get your form in order too, check out Live Strong’s KETTLEBELL WORKOUT TIPS.

Self medicated. Whether you love it or hate it, the medicine ball is now a part of your life, so you might as well get to know it. And what better way to get cozy than to MAKE YOUR OWN BALL (as seen in Tuesday’s cardio class).

To wear or not to wear? That’s a good question. Especially when you’re off to Pilates at 7:00 in the morning. Perhaps this QUICK STYLE GUIDE to comfortable and sensible Pilates attire will help. (Even though I’m pretty sure it’s so early, no one would even know if you showed up in your PJ’s.)

Captain Curry. In this week’s nutrition workshop, we discussed the amazing and super-hero like health benefits of curry (among other things). So if you’re curious about curry, give this MIXED VEGETABLE CURRY recipe a whirl. It looks might tasty.

What’s that sound you hear? Why it’s the kettlebell classes at Align calling your name! Yes, kettlebells. It’s becoming all the rage in the fitness world, and it’s no surprise why. Kettlebell training originated in Russia, so right away you know there’s no messing around! It’s a full-body workout that’s ideal for men and women of all fitness levels who looking to introduce strength training into their regular regime.

Align’s specially designed 6-week Pilates/Kettlebell Fusion Series combines the precision and flexibility of Pilates with the strength and cardiovascular endurance of kettlebell training. You’ll get your heart pumping while strengthening your muscles. With just a few classes, you’ll see improvements in your strength and stamina.

If the only kind of kettle you know is the one that holds soup, and bells are just noisemakers, no worries. Check out our level 1 class. If you have done kettlebell training before and want more of it, we’ve got a level 2 class for you. The next series starts February 25th. Check out our Events page for class times and pricing details!