STAY IN FOCUS

Pilates Empowerment

by Kerry De Vivo

Kerry standing with the Bust of Joseph Pilates in New York, NY

Since every store is now fully displaying holiday cheer, we can admit that the holidays are approaching.  Now that we've admitted it, let's deal with it.  As a teacher of 20 years, I've notice trends.  One is, that as the holidays approach, and between the November/December/January holidays, our focus decreases as there is a lot of seasonal items to manage.  The work of Joe Pilates can support us through more stressful times, but we need to set ourselves up for success in fully experiencing these benefits. 

In a blog post I did earlier this year, titled The Secret Weapon, one passage that I wrote is very applicable for this time of year-

Bring all you have to your session.  You are responsible for contributing to your sessions. What you "bring" will directly effect the results of your session.  Focus on what motivates you to arrive to your session.  Bring an open, positive mind and check everything else at the door.  Do not allow daily distractions to keep you from reaching your physical and mental fitness potential.  Develop a strong Pilates core, an EMPOWERED BODY, an EMPOWERED MIND.

It is incredibly easy to let "life" whisk us through our days without stopping to do something to support our bodies.  For some good inspiration, Click Here.  This story about an 86 year old Pilates teacher sends a simple and clear message.  Commit to exercise, commit to yourself.  

Keep your workout routine and even add a little extra here and there.  YES, even the basic 5 mat exercises WILL revive you!