Foam Rolling Release and Strengthen

A combo class on the Foam Roller.  A little MELT to decompress and release tension and a little mobility to lengthen and a little strength to ground and center.  Feel great all around with this months class. Read More

Living with a Diagnosis - the Power from Within

I've recently dealt with a diagnosis where there is "no known cause", "no known treatment for healing" and "no instruction on how to get better". Here is a story of my journey and how I turned to my body to heal and get well. Read More

Primal Shake for Health and Fluid Flow

Love this Primal Shake from Stop Chasing Pain, Dr. Perry Nickelston.  Do this daily to improve lymphatic flow, blood flow and stimulate your brain and nervous system. Read More

WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOUR HIP REPLACEMENT SURGERY

Are you scheduled or on the wait list for a hip replacement? Many people have lived with hip pain for years before actually getting it replaced. This kind of pain can stop you from wanting to move never mind exercising. Read More

Is Pilates Useful for Men?

Consider this: Pilates was started by a man, Joseph Pilates; it's been a training vehicle for elite athletes, both men, and women, for over 50 years; and men have figured prominently as instructors and promoters of the Pilates method throughout its history. Read More

THINKING YOU ARE NOT GOOD AT PILATES?

Have you ever thought or said out loud at your Pilates session “I don’t think I’m very good at this” ? If the answer is “yes”, know you are in good company and that if you feel this way, you are right on track! Read More

Life Span or Health Span

Back in the day, I exercised to burn calories. To look good and be able to eat what I wanted. As I age, good health is taking precedent. I am in this for the long haul, so I’ve adopted on a more balanced approach to fitness that emphasizes longevity. Read More

Why is Your Safety at the Top of Our List?

The fitness industry has gone full circle it seems.  HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) and CrossFit type gyms are popping up all over the place promising great results and fast.   With great marketing we start to believe that "no pain, no gain" must be the only way. Read More

COREALIGN - get strong, get balanced, get aligned

What's in a name?  CoreAlign says it all.  When you have stability and alignment, you move with grace and ease.  Your balance, energy, posture and coordination all improve. I use CoreAlign to get strong for all the things I love to do in life.  It strengthens my legs, glutes, feet, hips, back, arms and core.  1-2 classes/week leaves me ready to go on the weekends with my activities. Read More

The Power of Fitness through Pilates

Tsawwassen Wellness Centre owner, Linda Mallard, shares the impact Pilates has on her life.

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