TRX Suspension Training

Last weekend Senior Instructor Ray Douglass and I went to Marblehead to take the TRX Suspension Group Training Program. We have been experimenting with suspension training at the studio for some time and believe it compliments Pilates. Suspension training uses your bodyweight as resistance and offers tremendous versatility for functional exercise, low to high intensity and application to all kinds of sports and physical activities. In addition it offers great options for strength and cardio workouts.

We had a blast at the training. About 20 fitness professionals from New England participated. We learned exercise technique and workout systems and we are really excited to bring them to the Studio. Ray finished two incredible workouts that left her dripping. She loved it! As Ray said "If you want a butt kick'n core strengthen'n body sculpt'n cardio blast'n hour of wicked wild fly'n fun you've got to try TRX at BMB." Might be the new program description right there.

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Our equipment will be coming in September and were lining up the schedule with free introductory classes and regular Body Blast and Circuit programs. We'll keep you informed about the schedule as it develops.

Bodymind Balance Receives 2009 Best of Worcester Award

WASHINGTON D.C., June 8, 2009 -- Bodymind Balance has been selected for the 2009 Best of Worcester Award in the Physical Fitness Clubs With Training category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2009 USCA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.

Fall Schedule Available

We just published the fall schedule. You can check out the mat and equipment classes and workshops online by following this link bmb schedule

You Go Girl

On Thursday Aug. 6th BMB hosted the "You Go Girl!" group being run by Teresa Iapalucci (of BMB & Shrewsbury Youth & Family Services) and Kristyn Perron (intern at Assumption College). YGG is summer program being sponsored by Shrewsbury Youth & Family Services for girls 11-14 years old. The goal of the program is present positive female role models to the girls and provide activities that foster positive self-esteem, body image and an appreciation for healthy and vibrant living. The group also emphasizes the importance of relationships and social skills as well as community service.

Appreciating and sharing the program goals of YGG, Senior Instructors, Cynthia Jacobson and Ray Douglass volunteered their time. Together Cynthia, Ray and Teresa had fun introducing the girls to the benefits of Pilates. The girls had the opportunity to do Pilates in the park! they enjoyed fresh air and sunshine while learning mat exercises at Institute Park. After that it was back to the studio where the girls tried out the all sorts of Pilates equipment. The girls were especially intrigued by the Pilates Reformer and other large equipment having never seen this kind of "machine" in a gym.

The girls learned how pilates can lead to better health and sports performance, increased self confidence and injury prevention. It was an inspiring experience for us all!