What's Going On?

Lost track of time this week. Work, Haiti, Run Coach, Evals, & fighting off a Cold.

We have much going on at Fitness 121 in the coming weeks. A years worth of goals just happening at once. Fitness 121 will be getting a fresh coat of paint in the coming weeks along with a little reconfiguring of our exercise equipment. (The Best never Rests!) Also, we are bringing on board one of the finest Pilates Instructors on the East Coast "Doug Saunders."

Doug Saunders Bio: Doug brings 10+ years of industry experience to Fitness 121. In addition to being a Topflight Pilates Teacher, he is certified as a postoperative Breast Cancer exercise specialist. He has spent the last 4 years teaching other Pilates Instructors as well as lecturing around the country on the importance of staying active after breast cancer surgery. He is an Instructor Trainer for "Pilates on 5th" in NYC; helping prospective instructors prepare for their exams. He is an excellent addition to our already outstanding facility.

There will be more details to follow but if you have ever wanted to try Pilates - 2010 will be the year.

"It's not just Pilates, it's Fitness 121 Pilates."

In other news we have been approached by one of the local Law Firms to provide Fitness Training & Wellness programs to their Partners & Associates. This is obviously very exciting as it allows us the opportunity to help other companies improve their TEAM.

Also, you may see quite a few more people running on the treadmills the next couple of weeks. I am coaching 7 new people to run the NYC 1/2 Marathon on March 21st.

Finally, we are in the planning stage of starting our 1st ever "Biggest Winner" contest.

A 6 week weight loss challenge made up of teams of 5. The winning team will win (split) $2000.

Details to follow-Stay Tuned!

Great Weekend Everybody.

Frank Pucher

Pilates, Not Just For Women

For all (you) men out there that think Pilates is for the opposite sex think again. After all, it was created by a male Joseph Pilates and has been a dominant training style for men and women, as well as elite athletes for over 50 years. Now Pilates used all over the fitness world to help build core strength, balance, stamina, posture, endurance, and flexibility. I'm often asked "why Pilates is good for men?" I usually say "to improve flexibility" (most men have none) but in reality it's a great workout, especially for those that play sports such as golf, tennis, baseball, basketball, or even running.

Usually men look at someone on a reformer and think "I can’t do that." YES YOU CAN! And you should if you are seeking to live a better life. Remember fitness isn’t about how much weight you can lift, its how effectively we move our body and relax the mind. Pilates does just that.

Now, I am not saying it's easy; but if you ask any of my male clients they will say "it’s hard but the results are rewarding" and that they feel GREAT after their sessions. Do you feel GREAT after your workouts? If not, then give Pilates a try. Inquire with me about our 'group' on Saturday mornings, if you do, I promise you will feel awesome.

Besides, you might improve your life as well.

"Dream, Create & Live a Great Life."

Francesca Pucher