Each of these sessions are 50 minutes. All personal training packages can be used for both traditional personal training and private Reformer Pilates. These sessions have a 90 day expiration.
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Looking for a full-body workout that will help with injury prevention, core stability and mobility? Look no further than Pilates. You’ve probably heard of Pilates, and there’s never been a better time to give it a try for yourself. At first glance, it may seem intimidating, so we’re giving you the basics on pilates at MINT.
Timea Presley, Pilates Teacher Trainer and Master Instructor with more than 20 years of experience in various forms of pilates, has an impressive resume in Pilates, yoga and dance. She has more than 30,000 hours of experience teaching and has managed pilates programs and studios across Europe and the U.S.
Since Timea is an expert in all things Pilates, we asked her to break down the main benefits, misconceptions and types of pilates you can try at MINT.
There’s a long list of the benefits of a regular Pilates practice. Pilates can help improve posture and increase core strength and overall stability. All exercises are created to prevent injury, so a pilates class is perfect cross-training. Pilates can also enhance your functional fitness and promote balance and flexibility, as well as heightened body awareness. Because of these benefits, Pilates can be an excellent addition to your routine and help you achieve your fitness goals.
For those who haven’t taken a Pilates class, Timea busted a few myths:
Now that we’ve busted a few myths, are you ready to take your first pilates class? MINT offers two different formats — Apparatus, or equipment based private sessions that include the Reformer, Tower, Stability Chair, Ladder Barrel, and many props and mat-based group Pilates classes. On the group side, Mat Pilates and Power Pilates is appropriate for all fitness levels and done in a group setting, oftentimes with props, that will give you an invigorating, full-body workout that’ll leave you feeling strong and relaxed. If you’re new to pilates, a private session is a great place to start.
Timea teaches Mat Pilates and MINTBarre throughout the week at MINT Dupont. If you’re interested in Private Apparatus Pilates sessions please contact Timea directly: timeamintdc@gmail.com.
Meet January Member of the Month Mark Johnson. Before joining MINT, Mark was a runner for many years. He always loved outdoor exercise and was concerned that he would not find a gym that would adequately substitute his fitness passion once he began feeling pain in his feet from running. Fortunately for us and the rest of the MINT family he gave MINT a try!
Like most first-time gym-goers he started on the cardio machines and quickly found that although he loved to run outside he wasn’t the biggest fan of indoor cardio equipment. He then began working with personal trainer James Parker-Ashley, who suggested that he might enjoy taking some classes. Well, James was right! MINT quickly became a vital part of Mark’s routine.
Mark loves the camaraderie that he’s developed between the members, instructors and staff. “It makes me feel welcome.” He said. “My first thought when I leave class is when my next class will be.”
Mark’s fitness goals have changed over the years. When he first started at MINT he would only stay for half a class and couldn’t complete one pull up. But over time and with the encouragement of MINT’s talented instructors he was going to classes six days a week! Then he broke his foot and was sidelined on the couch for nearly six months. Today he is just getting back into classes and his goal is to ease into regaining his strength without overdoing it while his foot finishes healing. Once he’s fully healed and ready to go his plan is to maintain his strength, endurance and flexibly while working on his balance.
You can typically find Mark taking any class taught by Braegan or Colleen. He loves their creativity and how they mix up exercises to avoid routine in a workout.
Check out Mark’s thoughts on his favorite classes:
Next time you see Mark in class be sure to give him a wave and introduce yourself!
Interested in trying personal training for the first time? Right now you can purchase 6 sessions for $399! Use all sessions with one trainer or use each session with a different trainer. The choice is yours.
Limit 1 per person. Sessions cannot be shared and expire within 90 days.
Do your New Years’ resolutions include becoming healthier and stronger? We’re here to help! Right now you can purchase a discounted 20 pack and we’ll include a 21-day Nutrition Journey for FREE!
20 packs + 21-day Nutrition Journey
Trainer: $1,660
Master Trainer: $1,860
