January 2025

January 14, 2025

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Updates

NO PRIVATES on January 22nd or 23rd
MAT CLASSES WILL STILL HAPPEN
Wednesday at 11am and Thursday 9am

Erika will be teaching, I am very confident she will be able to lead a great Mat Class for you.

Happy New Year

Hey there! Happy New Year! How many times have you had to re-write the year at the top of your checks? I have definitely had to double check mine.

I know it may come a surprise to be getting a Newsletter from me so early in the month, trust me, I had to triple tell myself to get this on my TO Do List. Well, enough of the intro I’ll cut right to it. Over the break I got a BIG Surprise! I wasn’t expecting it at all and was seriously in shock and as someone who doesn’t like to let my emotions get the best of me, there was definitely tears. Here’s the back story as to why there will be no Privates on the 22nd or 23rd.

You may or may not know that this last November, the 14th to be exact, my friend, Neva and I celebrated our 10-year Kidneyversary! We had chatted on the phone on that day and made it a plan to see each other in person to celebrate. I was quite happy to go visit her down in Southern California, where the sun shines and it’s warmer than 60 in January. We talked dates, and that was that. Well, over the break, Neva called and said to me that 60 degrees just wasn’t going to be warm enough for us and told me WE ARE GOING TO HAWAII!!! SAY WHHHAATTT!? There was jumping, screaming and tears!!

I instantly get taken back to that day in March of 2014 when I heard God call me to fill out the paperwork to be a donor and also to the day when I got to call her to tell her I was match! Who would have thought two girls in women's choir, who liked to run to Taco Bell for lunch, only to get lunch cleanup and have our Music Teacher, scream at us...”LADIES YOUR LATE!” with her side eye and smirk. Don’t worry, she loved us, we have good humor.

Friends, I was so broken before this calling. I had lost a lot, I questioned my life, my purpose, I couldn’t find my worth, my pillow was filled with tears of sorrow. I remember at my lowest, I just called out to Jesus, “please, you have got to pull me through.” And he did. A friend called me and just knew something was up with me, after his words to me I decided had to touch the hem of Jesus’ cloak, and have faith.

After months of getting deep within my soul Neva put out that she was looking for a kidney donor. I was not looking to donate, but I prayed for her. Within the months of praying for her God started sending me signs, messages at church and through podcasts I was listening to. Honestly, I was thinking, well not me, someone else. Then in March of 2014 she put it out again and I was shocked that she was still looking. That same day, I was finishing up my accounting for tax time when I saw the post and a small voice in me said, “fill it out”, I was like, noooo… Well, then I had to print out my accounting paperwork, no ink…..can’t fill it out…but I really needed the ink to finish my accounting work. I go get the ink and the Spirit was moving in me. I come back and while I’m getting all my paperwork in order, I’m ready to print out my work, I hear, deep in my heart, “Fill IT out.” I literally looked around because it was so loud, so I did it. After I filled it out, I prayed again, “Lord, if this is from you and you want me to do it, you get to tell my husband.”

Being a donor has blessed me in so many ways. My husband and I grew closer to one another, us and our children grew closer, we all witnessed a real live miracle. I trust God so much more with my life. It is wonderful watching Neva live a life that wouldn’t have been as fulfilled as it has been, my kidney is living it’s best life. What a gift I was given by giving her a gift.

John 15:13

Heidi

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I’m Featured in Redfin’s Spring Refresh Guide! 🌷

By Heidi • March 28, 2025

Hey friends! I’m so excited to share that I was recently featured in Redfin’s article, Refresh Your Home for Spring: 8 Simple Ways to Boost Your Energy This Season! It’s always fun to connect with other wellness and home experts, and I was thrilled to be included. I got to talk about something near and dear to my heart— making space in your home to take care of YOU. Whether it’s too cold to get outside or you’re just needing a place to reset, your workout space can make all the difference. Here’s what I shared in the article: “If it’s still too cold to get out for a walk, make sure your workout space is ready to go. It’s important to take care of yourself indoors too. Think of yourself like a plant. You need water, food, sunlight, and a fresh environment to thrive.” Yes, I really said that! But it’s true—your environment supports your energy. Whether you’ve got a full home gym or just a mat in your living room, that space should inspire you. A cozy, ready-to-go workout spot can make showing up for your practice easier and more consistent, especially when life gets busy. You can check out the full article and all the great tips here: Refresh Your Home for Spring I’m so honored to be featured and share a little of what I love with a broader audience. If this inspires you to freshen up your space or recommit to your movement practice, let me know—I’d love to hear what you’re doing this spring to take care of yourself. See you on the mat, Heidi

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A Spring Reset for My Body, My Mind, and My Pilates

By Heidi • March 28, 2025

Hey Friends! It’s always exciting to see my clients make the switch to just coming to Pilates because it’s helping them, they do it their minimal amount and call it good, to completely commented. There is something different about their minds and bodies. I know this because it happened to me too. It may come as a surprise that I haven’t always been dedicated to my Pilates practice but it’s the truth. When I started my Pilates teacher training, I was all in practiced, read and practiced more… then life happened and slowly, I just doing my minimum, a side stretch here, a set of arm circles there and sure I’d pushed the reformer out and bring it in with my mind wondering. After some time of doing this, I noticed that things physically were just standing still and I became dull in my teaching. Something that I’ve heard and take to heart is, “if you’re board, your client is too.” I didn’t know this saying back then, but looking back, I’m like yea, so true. I will be honest, had I not had to have my hip surgery, I can’t say I would have moved out of that place, but I did. I wanted my hip to heal and be better so, I really decided to dedicate time to my Pilates practice. It looked like this: 30 to 1 hr a day 6 days a week of Pilates practice. Soon, my understanding of Pilates became clearer, the understanding of my body became clearer and of course my teaching because fun again. One of the things that helped fuel also was March Matness. Seeing other Pilates lovers out there showing their versions and their true self doing Pilates helped me see that Pilates looks different on everyone but one thing is true, they are all doing it. So, I encourage you to practice your Pilates outside of the studio. In the grocery store line, when you are waiting on dinner in the oven, when you are done with your work, walk or even right before bed do Pilates. Do more than just the minimum, challenge yourself to push yourself. Your future self will thank you Studio will be closed: April 7-10 and 17th

March Matness

By Heidi • March 3, 2025

The Sun is Shining and I am here for longer days with it. The Winter season was a great one here at the Pilates Studio. I am seeing more smiling faces due to being more in ease with your body. We have to remember there is an ebb and flow to being in our bodies but the more we can listen to it, ask what it needs then support it, we will be more comfortable in it. We’ve got clients losing weight, necks moving more, low backs out of pain, knee pain going away, and being more confident in moving with the Pilates exercises. This all makes me so proud of you! Also, I just want to extend a Thank you for those who either emailed or in person filled out the question: Why I Love Pilates. This was a fun way for us to share with one another what we love about Pilates. Check them out below!

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February 2025

By Heidi • January 31, 2025

Shall we talk about how much we all love Pilates? It is the month to do it, so I’ll go first.

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

By Heidi • December 20, 2024

What a fabulous Year for the studio. So many new faces came into the studio by way of Workshops, Privates and Mat Classes. If that was you, I hope you had a great experience here and we’d love to see back in. For those who are regulars here at Heidi’s Spot give yourself a pat on the back! You have come so far, more self body awareness, becoming stronger, having a better understanding of the Pilates method, getting out of pain and of course the BIGGEST part- YOU DID NOT QUIT!! You pushed past all the discomfort and hard stuff. You are more flexible, stronger, and more in control of your body. I am so proud of you and again, it’s what keeps me teaching. Seeing bodies change, finding new hope and the commitment that you put in makes me want to come along beside you and help meet your goals. Thank you again for trusting me to help you. May you have a Wonderful Christmas and New Year with people you love.

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Happy Thanksgiving

By Heidi • November 25, 2024

The more you are thankful the more you can see things to be thankful for. In this season of Thanksgiving, I have to first start off with my Family. I am so thankful for my family’s love and support. We are in a really great season with our kids and it warms my heart that we seem to be seeing and being with each other more this past year. As the kids are growing up and doing their thing, Peter and I now can go and do our own thing. It’s like dating again, I am here for it. Pilates, oh man am I ever thankful for Pilates. After my injury back in July, I was so thankful that I now know a fellow instructor here that was able to mentor and train me. 3 Months later because of constant Pilates practice and doing my homework for my injury. It was as if it never even happened. You! I am so Thankful for you! For your trust in me with your Pilates practice, your commitment to your practice and to the studio and for your encouragement to me! Together, we can get your body feeling the best. Thank you again. I know life can throw us curve balls of disappointments and set backs, and maybe in a moment in time we need to feel that so that when we are done processing them, we can find the good and give thanks for where we end up. May you find thankfulness in your life not just today but every day. Happy Thanksgiving, Heidi

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The Holiday Season is here

By Heidi • October 31, 2024

Hey, Pilates enthusiast! The Holiday Season is here..Only 2 more months and we will be at the New Year. Any goals? To reach your Pilates goals, I am here for you. Remember to be nice to yourself while the schedules get busy, it won’t last forever. Be present and enjoy your time and company. If you need to take your Pilates with you, you can always book a Private online or join the Online Pilates Video Library Membership. First up Halloween! Let’s dress up. Come to your Mat class or Private in costume…no, you don’t have to, but it’ll be fun. In November the Studio will be closed on the following dates: Closed Nov. 11th Closed Nov 28th

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October 2024

September 30, 2024

Hello Everyone If you were looking for perfect walking weather it is here and now! I have been enjoying my walks. My Body differently needs a good stretch and roll out after. I usually set my timer for the amount of time I have and I roll out my Quads, IT bands, hips and glutes. I don’t have to spend a lot of time, I mean I could, but a little goes a long way. Then I get my standard leg stretches in, Hamstring, IT band, hip and Quads. If I have extra time, I’ll do my calves as well. If I didn’t do these things, I would be feeling it later… The tightness would start and discomfort will set it. The enjoyable walk will something of past. Now because I cared for myself after, I know I’ll have a nice night’s sleep. We do Pilates because it teaches us how to care for ourselves.

Fall Updates 2024

September 3, 2024

Hello Everyone Do you remember…the twenty-first night of September…..Sorry, now that song is stuck in your head. But every September that is the FIRST thing that comes to mind LOL. Glad we have Pilates to chase our clouds away. I wanted to give you all the heads up as to what’s going on at Studio. First thing first, the studio will be closed on Labor Day Monday the 2nd. Second we have a Pilates with a Glass class on September 14th at 11:30am Lastly, the studio will be closed September 18th and 19th. If you had a session scheduled on that date, I have taken it off and you will need to reschedule. If you need your expiration date moved out, please let me know, I give back the amount of time I am out back to you. If I charge your account, the expiration date has already been moved out. If you pay through Vagaro I can go into your account and move the date.

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Summer Updates

July 30, 2024

Hello Everyone Thank you so much for being flexible over those past summer weeks. Being a mom and a business owner has its schedule challenges at times so I thank you for your understanding. Here are some dates to remember : The studio will be closed August 5th -7th open back on the 8th Our last summer night Pilates with a Glass class is on August 8th at 6pm. Spot are already filling up so grab yours by Clicking Here . The studio will be closed September 2nd for Labor Day Saturday September 14th we are back on for Pilates with a Glass at 11:30 am.