Massage therapy is officially at MINT. If you’ve been curious but haven’t booked yet, this one’s for you. Here’s a closer look at what regular bodywork can actually do for your body, your workouts, and your everyday life.

New to this? Start with a 15-minute intro to massage therapy at MINT to learn about Lindsay and Soma Lingua. This is FREE to MINT members. Email lindsay@somalingua.com to claim.

Your Body Is Doing More Than You Think

Between training sessions, work stress, long hours on your feet or at a desk, and everything else life throws at you, your body absorbs a lot. Most of us don’t notice the accumulation until something starts to ache, our sleep gets worse, or we just feel consistently off. Massage therapy works with your body’s own systems to clear that buildup before it becomes a bigger problem.

Lindsay at Soma Lingua brings a personalized, intuitive approach to every session. No two bodies are the same, and no two sessions are either. Here’s what consistent work with her can deliver:

• Faster Workout Recovery: Massage increases circulation and helps flush out metabolic waste that builds up in muscles after training, so you bounce back faster and feel less beat up between sessions.
• Targeted Pain Relief: Chronic tightness, old injuries, recurring discomfort, Lindsay works directly on the areas that need attention, helping reduce pain and restore range of motion over time.
• Genuine Stress Relief: Stress doesn’t just live in your mind. It lives in your shoulders, your jaw, your hips. Massage signals your nervous system to downshift, producing a deep, lasting sense of calm.
• Better Movement and Mobility: Tight fascia and overworked muscles limit how freely you move. Regular bodywork keeps tissue supple and joints happy, making everyday movement feel noticeably easier.
• Deeper, More Restful Sleep: A regulated nervous system sleeps better. Many people find that massage sessions lead to noticeably improved sleep quality in the days that follow.
• More Energy, Less Drag: When your body isn’t working overtime to manage tension and discomfort, you naturally have more energy available for the things that matter, in and out of the gym.

“The best athletes in the world treat recovery as part of training. Massage therapy isn’t a luxury, it’s a lever. Pull it.”

It Works With Your Goals, Not Against Them

One of the things that makes massage at MINT such a natural fit is that Lindsay tailors every session to support what you’re already working toward. Whether you’re building strength, improving flexibility, managing a specific injury, or simply trying to feel more at home in your body, the work adapts to you. It’s not a one-size-fits-all treatment, it’s a tool in your wellness toolkit, used exactly the way you need it.

Life Outside the Gym Gets Better Too

The benefits of regular massage don’t clock out when you leave MINT. Less physical tension means fewer headaches, better posture, a calmer mood, and more ease in the activities you love outside of training. When your body feels good, everything else gets a little lighter.

Your First 15-Min Session Is on Us

New MINT members can book a complimentary 15-minute intro session with Lindsay from Soma Lingua. No commitment, just a chance to experience the work firsthand and find out what it can do for you.Claim Your Free Session by emailing Lindsay@somalingua.com

For first time MINT Trainees

50-Min Sessions

6pack in-club 50min (Trainer) –$299

6pack in-club 50min (Master Trainer) – $349

6pack in-club 50min (Advanced Master Trainer) – $419

25-Min Express Sessions

6pack in-club 25min (Trainer) – $180

6pack in-club 25min (Master Trainer) – $210

6pack in-club 25min (Advanced Master Trainer) – $250

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At MINT, wellness goes beyond how hard you train. It includes how you recover, reset, and take care of your body day to day. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Massage Therapy at MINT, a new offering designed to support recovery, movement, and overall well-being.

We’re proud to partner with Lindsay Little, a highly respected massage therapist who has been running her local practice, Soma Lingua, in Adams Morgan for several years. Her work is known for being thoughtful, effective, and deeply personalized, with a focus on helping clients feel better in their bodies, whether they’re managing stress, training hard, or simply in need of recovery.

Bringing massage therapy on-site at MINT allows us to create a more seamless wellness experience for our members. No extra commute. No disconnected care. Just intentional bodywork in the same space you already trust for your wellness.

Massage therapy at MINT can support:

• Muscle recovery and soreness
• Stress relief and nervous system reset
• Mobility and flexibility
• Injury prevention and body awareness
• Overall physical and mental well-being

Sessions take place at MINT, making it easy to pair your workouts with recovery in the same space you already trust.

This partnership reflects MINT’s continued evolution into The Wellness Gym, where movement, recovery, and care work together.

MINT offers three types of pilates classes: mat pilates (for all levels), private reformer sessions with Advanced Master Trainer Meg DiRuggiero (1-on-1 personalized training), and TRX pilates. All MINT memberships include unlimited mat and TRX pilates classes; reformer sessions are available through personal training packages.

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Pilates remains one of the hottest fitness trends of 2026, with no signs of slowing down. From intense reformer-based sessions to traditional mat-based practice, this exercise has become wildly popular. The reason? Pilates is an efficient, effective workout with numerous benefits for body and mind. If you’ve been inspired by fitness influencers sweating it out on the reformer, here’s how to start your pilates journey at MINT.

What is Pilates?

Pilates is a low-impact, mind-body exercise system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates, a German physical trainer. It emphasizes:

• Controlled breathing and movement
• Core strength and stability
• Flexibility and muscle control
• Proper body alignment

Two main types exist:

1. Mat pilates: Bodyweight exercises performed on a mat
2. Reformer pilates: Resistance-based exercises using a reformer machine (frame with sliding platform, springs, and pulleys)

Benefits of Pilates:

• Strengthens core muscles (abs, back, pelvic floor)
• Improves posture and alignment
• Increases flexibility and range of motion
• Builds lean muscle tone
• Enhances breath control and concentration
• Low-impact (gentle on joints)
• Adaptable for all fitness levels and ages

In typical pilates classes, nearly every movement activates your core, so expect sore abs! You’ll work both upper and lower body through controlled, small movements that target specific muscle groups.

Mat Pilates vs. Reformer Pilates: Key Differences

Mat Pilates

Equipment: Bodyweight-focused; minimal props (optional resistance ring or ball)

How it works: Sequential small movements targeting specific muscle areas through high repetitions

Best for:

• Beginners learning foundational pilates principles
• Building strength to support your own bodyweight
• Those preferring no-equipment workouts
• Advanced practitioners seeking challenging bodyweight variations

Benefits: Improves muscle tone, breath control, concentration, and body awareness

Reformer Pilates

Equipment: Reformer machine with adjustable spring resistance, sliding carriage, foot bar, and straps

How it works: Deeper, dynamic movements with machine support; focuses on quality over quantity

Best for:

• Those wanting higher-intensity pilates workouts
• People seeking resistance training variety
• Individuals with specific fitness goals requiring personalized coaching
• Advanced practitioners ready for equipment-based challenges

Benefits: Full-body, low-impact workout at higher intensity; builds strength and stability with machine assistance

Key difference: Mat pilates uses high reps with bodyweight; reformer pilates uses deeper movements with adjustable resistance.

What Pilates Options Does MINT Offer?

1. Mat Pilates Classes (5 Days Per Week)

Schedule: Offered five days weekly What to expect: Group classes balancing strength and flexibility, focusing on muscles surrounding joints You’ll improve:

• Core stability and strength
• Coordination and balance
• Breath control
• Body alignment
• Overall fitness

Included in: All MINT memberships (unlimited access)

2. Private Reformer Pilates Sessions

Instructor: Meg DiRuggiero, Advanced Master Pilates Trainer Format: One-on-one personalized sessions Experience level: All levels welcome (beginners to advanced) Customization: Workouts adapted to your specific body and fitness goals

Important: Private pilates sessions are interchangeable with personal training sessions if you have a MINT personal training package

Pricing: Available through personal training packages (purchased separately or added to membership)

3. TRX Pilates (Mondays at 5:30 PM)

What makes it unique: Combines mat pilates principles with TRX suspension training Format: Group class

Benefits:

• Develops functional strength
• Improves balance and coordination
• Enhances core stability
• Builds overall body control

Best for: Those wanting the structure of mat pilates with added resistance and challenge of suspension training

How to Get Started with Pilates at MINT

Step 1: Choose your membership

• All MINT memberships include unlimited mat and RTX pilates classes, cardio/strength equipment, all other studio classes, and small group training

Step 2: Add reformer sessions (optional)

• Purchase personal training packages separately or in addition to membership
• Private reformer sessions count toward personal training sessions

Step 3: Sign up for classes

• Download the MINT app
• Browse class schedule
• Book your spot in mat pilates or TRX pilates classes
• Schedule private reformer sessions directly

Frequently Asked Questions About Pilates at MINT

Q: Do I need pilates experience to start? A: No! Mat and TRX pilates classes and private reformer sessions accommodate all fitness levels, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.

Q: What should I bring to class? A: Wear comfortable workout clothes. MINT provides mats for mat pilates classes. For reformer sessions, grip socks are recommended.

Q: How often should I do pilates? A: For optimal results, aim for 2-3 pilates sessions per week. MINT’s 5-day weekly mat class schedule makes consistency easy.

Q: Can pilates help with back pain? A: Pilates strengthens core muscles that support your spine and improves posture, which may help alleviate back pain. Consult your doctor before starting any new exercise program if you have existing injuries.

Q: What’s the difference between pilates and yoga? A: While both are mind-body practices, pilates focuses more on core strength and controlled movements, while yoga emphasizes flexibility, balance, and spiritual elements.

Join the MINT Pilates Community

Ready to experience the transformative benefits of pilates? Whether you prefer mat classes, private reformer training, or the unique TRX pilates fusion, MINT offers options for every fitness level and goal.

Have you tried pilates before? What type do you prefer—mat, reformer, or TRX? Share your experience with us and tag MINT in your post-workout selfies!

Start your pilates journey today. Download the MINT app to browse class schedules and book your first session.

Dear MINT Community,

Twenty years ago, we opened the doors to MINT with a simple belief: a gym should feel different.

It should feel welcoming.
It should feel personal.
It should feel like a place you actually want to spend time in.

What we couldn’t have predicted back then was the community that would grow inside these walls.

For two decades, you have shown up. Early mornings. Late evenings. Through career changes, moves, marriages, babies, breakups, PRs, and plateaus. You’ve built friendships here. You’ve supported one another. You’ve trusted us with your goals, your health, and your time.

That trust means everything to us.

MINT has never just been equipment and classes. It has always been about people. Our instructors. Our trainers. Our front desk team. And most importantly, our members. You are the heartbeat of this place.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for choosing MINT — and for choosing to stay.

We are incredibly proud of what we’ve built together over the last 20 years.

And we’re even more excited about what comes next.

Looking Ahead: 2026 — The Wellness Gym Era

If the first 20 years were about building community and redefining what a DC gym could be, the next chapter is about deepening your experience.

In 2026, MINT fully steps into its next evolution: The Wellness Gym.

That means going beyond workouts — and investing in recovery, longevity, and total-body care.

Here’s what’s already here or launching imminently:

• Small Group Training — expert-led strength programming in an intimate setting, designed to build confidence, community, and measurable results
• In-house Physical Therapy — supporting strength, injury prevention, and smart training
• On-site Massage Therapy — designed for recovery, stress relief, and mobility
• FORMA Retail — our new wellness-forward shop curated in partnership with Virginia Arrisueno, founder of Steadfast Supply, featuring elevated recovery, lifestyle, and wellness essentials

And this is just the beginning.

In the months ahead, we’re expanding into:

• Red Light Therapy
• Cryotherapy
• And more tools to help you train smarter and recover better

We believe fitness and wellness belong together. Strength and recovery should live in the same space. And your gym should support you not just in how you perform — but in how you feel.

After 20 years, we are still growing. Still investing. Still evolving.

Thank you for being part of this journey.

With gratitude and excitement for what’s ahead,

Patrick & Melissa
Co-Founders and Owners