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January 2019 Newsletter

Accelerate Pilates • January 16, 2019

Dear Pilates Family,

As 2019 whirls its way in and all that is left of the Holiday's is a bit of sluggishness, I find myself looking for balance and routine again. To get out of this post holiday “funk” I need to get back on top of my my exercise routine. I am a bit out of shape, tight in my low back and hips and unable to activate my core. If you are like me, it is important to slowly wean yourself back into your routine. With your body tightened up you may be more prone to injury if you jump back into your pre holiday routine. When reinitiating your exercise routine after a brief, but well deserved hiatus, be sure to focus on breathing, aligning and opening up your joints. Be smart about your workout goals this month. Focus on what your body needs in order to get the strength gains you want.

In Pilates Mat this month I am focusing more on Myofascial technique and breathing which can help to release hard to access areas that may lock up due to reduced activity. Look for the details below on my upcoming Myofascial Release Workshop in February to improve your understanding of how this technique can get you aligned and balanced.

Here’s to staying Pilates fit in 2019! Happy New Year!

Myofascial Release and Technique Workshop (Series 1 of 3)
What is Fascia?
Fascia the biological fabric that holds us together. It is the connective tissue network that is embedded in our muscles. You are about 70 trillion cells — neurons, muscle cells, epithelia — all interconnected through this fibrous, spiderweb-like sheath

Why is it important? When a joint get stuck, a muscle gets tight or there is pain the fascia that lies over that area of injury tightens up. It tightens up in all directions and can further complicate the issue.

What can you do about it? Release it. But, take it one step further than just simply stretching. Work in multiple planes of motion on the mat: the front line (front of the body), back line (back of the body) and lateral line (sides of the body). Finally, learn how to perform trigger point release through foam roller work and myofascial release balls.

How will this help me? You will be more successful in your endeavor to improve mobility, flexibility and abdominal recruitment. You will stand taller, improve gait and posture thereby reducing further injury potential through improper muscle use. Take your stretching up a notch by becoming independent in Myofacsical Release techniques as an adjunct to your current routine.

Myofascial Workshop 1 of 3
Date: February 13, 2018
Time: 11AM-12PM
Cost: $50

  • Myofascial Release Mobility Flow on the Mat
  • Release Work with Myofascial Release Ball and Foam Roller
  • Core Activation on the Mat
Minimum Participants 4. Must have Pilates Mat training to participate.

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Upcoming Events

Paint and Sip Night
Take a deep breath and let your abs go. Come release some stress, chat, connect and paint! At The Painted Tiger in Leesburg. Click here to purchase your tickets and hang with your pilates crew. January 24th, 630-830PM. $30/pp - BYOB. Minimum 5 to hold a private space. Max 10. Password - "Viraj". Please book by January 17th.

Terms and conditions
As we start the new year I have some updated policies.Please visit my website to review and acknowledge the terms and conditions and photography release for your 2019 Accelerate Pilates sessions.

Extended Hours
Effective February, Accelerate Pilates will open up M and W hours for private pilates sessions from the hours of 7 a.m. – 10 a.m. Stay Pilates Fit 5 days a week!

Vday with your PFF!
Share your love for Pilates with your PFF – Pilates Friend Forever – this February to celebrate Valentine’s Day. I’ll be instructing a special Reformer Duet class for you and yours to increase those mood boosting endorphins from head to toe. After a sweet workout, reward yourself with decadent chocolates truffles from The Conche in Leesburg. Yes, there will be more chocolates for the one holding the “hundred’s” pose the longest! February 7, 2018 - 6PM & 7PM

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