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Instructor Spotlight: Shenandoah Sowash

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March 1, 2020 by mint-sk

Exercise, determination and a positive attitude can do wonders for your health, fitness and athletic goals. MINT Piloxing instructor Shenandoah Sowash is a testament to committing to a healthy lifestyle for positive change. We had to hear Shenandoah’s story on how she went from a pack-a-day smoker to a Piloxing instructor at MINT. 

Let’s flashback to six years ago. Shenandoah was a smoker and hadn’t really worked out before outside of her dance training. She decided to quit smoking who used exercise and a way to help keep her away from cigarettes. Shenandoah took a Piloxing class at the YMCA and was hooked. 

Piloxing is a non-stop, HIIT fusion workout that combines boxing, Pilates and dance for a truly unique experience that can burn up to 700 calories in just 50 minutes. Shenandoah describes it as “high-energy, accessible, and super fun.” It’s a workout like no other with a huge sense of community. 

For Shenandoah, Piloxing was exactly what she was looking for because “it had everything: Pilates, strength, cardio, conditioning, flexibility, balance, and an empowering message.” She eventually lost 55 pounds and, most importantly, started to feel better about herself. 

Shenandoah was so inspired by her Piloxing classes, that she wanted to inspire others the way her trainer, Jennifer Hopkins, inspired her. She says “I love watching people get stronger and fiercer with each class.” 

Community is a big part of Piloxing and of MINT. Shenandoah said, “I love the MINT community. MINT is just the right size –big enough to offer a variety of classes and services, but small enough for people to still know your name.” At Piloxing, everyone is powering through the workout together with positive energy. 

When Shenandoah isn’t teaching at MINT, she’s teaching Barre, working out, or hiking in Rock Creek Park with her chocolate lab, Winston, which she says “is basically a HIIT class because he sprints for squirrels.” 

Shenandoah teaches Piloxing on Tuesday at 5:30pm and Saturdays at 11:30am at MINT Dupont. Sign up for a class today!

Filed Under: Club News, Staff Feature

Meet Our Newest Personal Trainer, Nariman!

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February 3, 2017 by mint-sk

Meet Nariman, the newest personal trainer at MINT Dupont!

Here’s a note from Nariman:


“Hi! My name is Nariman and I’m 26 years old. I’ve done everything from traditional bodybuilding, Crossfit, Olympic Weightlifting and what is now my passion, Calisthenics. I specialize in body movement, strength, mobility, and endurance. So basically everything that involves the most well rounded physique possible. I love meeting new people and sharing experiences along with helping others develops themselves on their own fitness journey. You can find me on my Instagram @Prince0fPersiaaa doing all sorts of things from motivational clips to tricks and stunts!”

He started at MINT Dupont this week, so when you see him around… say “hello!” and welcome him to the MINT community!

Filed Under: Staff Feature Tagged With: fitness, fitness professional, personal training, staff, staff profile, training, wellness

Featured Instructor: Jeannie Baumann

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January 12, 2017 by mint-sk

Dubbed “The Queen of Cardio” by one of our regular students, Jeannie is a master trainer for Doonya: The Bollywood Workout, which she has been teaching since 2010. As part of the Doonya team, Jeannie can be seen on The Today Show, Dr. Oz, WUSA9, The Washington Post. She also has performed at the National Cherry Blossom Festival, Fiesta Asia, Arts on Foot, at the Indian Embassy as part of Passport DC. Jeannie is an AFAA-certified group exercise instructor.

Jeannie Baumann

Passion statement about Doonya:

Jeannie: a serious workout that’s seriously fun

Fun fact: something unique about you

Jeannie: I love my Michigan Wolverine. Go Blue!

 

Class day and times and formats that you lead at MINT:

Jeannie: Doonya: The Bollywood Workout at MINT Dupont on Wednesdays at 8pm. (She’s also a barre instructor! Her MINT Barre class is on Thursdays from 5:30-6:20pm at MINT Downtown.)

 

Keep up with Jeannie on her Doonya Facebook page and her Instagram!

Jeannie Baumann

Filed Under: Club News, Staff Feature Tagged With: barre, cardio, dance, doonya, fitness, health, Jeannie Baumann, wellness

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