Schedule for Pilates of West Palm Beach

I can't believe it :: this studio is officially open & the schedule is out! I'm teaching quite a few classes and cannot be more excited.

Starting January 21st - the Pilates of West Palm Beach schedule is as follows:

I will be teaching :: Tuesday - Thursday at 6pm, Friday at 7am & Sunday at 10am!

You can sign-up online at pilateswpb.com!

I look forward to seeing you at the studio. ;)

"Strong is the new skinny."

...xox...

Liz

Don't Give Up

A little inspiration for you on this rainy day...

Achieving your ultimate dream takes time, commitment and patience. Nothing great ever happens over night - and it certainly doesn't happen on the first try.

...xox...

Liz

Watch Out Pilates World!

Well - I've been thinking about this for a long time. What's a long time? Since 2010 - so about two years.

I've made the decision to become a Pilates Instructor!

I have been enrolled into the Power Pilates Training Program, which starts the second weekend of September. 

Training takes about 6-9 months - then, I'll be fully certified.

I. CAN'T. WAIT.

And, I'm looking forward to educating everyone about Pilates and the amazing affects it has on your body & mind. 

My Official Enrollment Email!

 Let me know if you ever want me to train you - it won't be long before I am able. ;)

...xox...

Liz

Favorite Fitness Quotes

It's important to be motivated in whatever you do. I do find that some need more motivation than others, especially when it comes to fitness. 

Here are some of my favorite motivational quotes, geared towards being a fitness princess - of course!

Be Strong.

Be Healthy.

Put Forth The Effort.

I Can.

No Regrets. Ever.

One hour a day dedicated to working out - is only 4% of your day.

I hope you enjoyed some of my favorite fitness quotes. However you try to achieve your fitness hoals - remember: "Don't wish for it - work for it".

...xox...

Liz

Flat Ab Series

I'm a huge fan of all ab exercises. When you are exercising it's very important to target all areas - which is why I love running. It tones your arms, legs, abs & butt. But, it's always important to add other exercises in the mix - to give your muscles definition. 

So, today I want to share with you the ab series from Mat Pilates. Pilates targets core strength in all its exercises - but the ab series is where you really feel the burn.

There are a total of five exercises in the series:

1. Single Leg Stretch

• Lie on your back with your knees tucked to your chest. Draw your belly in & flatten your spine against the mat. Place both hands on your right knee and press your left leg out to a 45 degree angle. Then, switch your legs back and forth until you reach about 10 kicks on each leg. 

2. Double Leg Stretch

• Lie on your back with your knees tucked against your chest. Place both hands on your shins. Inhale as you raise your arms back by your ears. Simultaneously extend your legs at a 45-degree angle. Exhale as you tuck your knees in and sweep your arms out to the sides and in to your knees. Repeat 5-10 times.

3. Scissors

• Lie on your back with your knees tucked against your chest. Extend one leg toward the ceiling, and grab as close to your ankle as possible. Extend your other leg forward, about 12 inches above the floor. Pull the higher leg toward you in two tiny pulses, and then switch your legs. Repeat this exercise 10 times on each leg. 

4. Lower-Lift

• Begin on your back with your legs pressed together and extended toward the ceiling. Place your hands behind your head with your elbows wide. Flatten your spine to the floor. Lower both legs about 12 inches. Do not allow your back to arch off the floor. Exhale as you pull your belly in and raise both legs to upright. Repeat 10 times. I think this one is the hardest! 

 

5. Cross-Cross 

• Lie on your back with your knees tucked against your chest. Bring your hands behind your head with your elbows wide. Flatten your spine against the floor and draw your belly in. Extend your right leg out at a 45-degree angle. Twist your torso to the left, slowly peeling your shoulder blade off the floor. Inhale and then exhale as you switch your legs and your torso twists. Repeat 10 times on each side. This one is great for those love handles! 

After you finish your cardio at the gym OR if you are at home - these are FABULOUS ab exercises you can do anywhere. 

...xox...

Liz

6 Words

So, this weekend - Tyler & I visited one of my best friend's beach house in the St. Augustine area. Over the many conversations of catching up and bringing each other up-to-date with our realities - we came across an interesting topic. 

We began discussing this amazing blog: Six Word Memoir. This blog asks it readers to describe their lives in only 6 words. 

I thought this was so clever. How can any person describe their life in 6 words? More importantly, how can someone make sure those 6 words have a clever meaning?

On our drive home to Boca, I thought about it the whole time. I finally came up with my 6 word memoir:

Enter the room sparkling, leave dazzling.

This simple sentence describes what I was taught growing up. No matter what situation you are in - you should confront it with confidence and radiance. When the situation comes to an end - your glow and energy should only get brighter. Make sure you leave a lasting impression in anything you do!

So, what would your 6 word memoir be?

Beach & Beach House in St. Augustine

...xox...

Liz

Today's Inspiration

I must say that I'm huge on quotes and all inspirational sayings. I always look for some kind of inspiration throughout my everyday life - whether it's a quote I see in passing or a phrase I liked while reading a book.

Anyways, I received an email today from my Mom. She does forward me lots of emails - but this one struck a different note with me. So much so - that I wanted to share it with you:

‘What is truth?’ Pilate asked Jesus (John 18: 38).

A new seeming truth asserts itself and those who recognize it as the end of the world as they know it resist and are bitter and hostile.

Those who were sick of the old and want something entirely new are carried away with enthusiasms and passion … and they wish to impose their newly-found truth upon the world.

Both have completely nullified the really creative work at hand.

In the reign of the Holy Spirit – the world of possibilities – blossoms forth and is to be found in the present moment.

In a time of great change, one can be very preoccupied with what is ending or very obsessive with what seems to be beginning.

In either case, one losses touch with the pearl that is in the present with its obscure, but dynamic, possibilities.
 

Truth and goodness are to be found in openness, readiness, attention, courage to face risk … to not know precisely what is happening, or exactly where it is all going … to recognize the possibilities offered by the present moment and to embrace them with courage, faith and hope.

Such are the ways of love.

Such is the place in which to remain ... always.

I'm sure each person who reads this will have their own interpretation. However, this is what I took from it:

There are going to be times in your life that require great change - both good and bad. However, we should never lose touch with the present. Because before you know it - that moment will be in the past, too. Also, know that God will never present you with an obstacle that He thinks you can't handle. We need to accept our fate and move forward with courage, faith & hope. Perhaps this fate will bring you to new possibilities - those that wouldn't have been possible without this "big change". 

Don't miss your chance to live in the moment.

...xox...

Liz