Love Pilates - Willoughby

Don't forget, we have a limited number of private session times available.

If you're interested in private sessions, DM or email us to arrange a time.

Mental health and mental wellbeing is something that's super important to me - as an individual and as a business. My family have been touched by mental illness (over many generations) and I know the impact it makes ion individuals and their loved ones. We take pride in our community and want our clients to know the studio is a safe space.

Today is RU Ok? Day - a reminder that YOU can start a conversation and maybe change a life,

Ask RU OK? because a conversation could change a life. You don’t need to be an expert to have an R U OK? Conversation. Listening and giving someone your time might be just what they need to help them through. Your genuine support can make a difference. Learn more at ruok.org.au

If you want more information about RU OK? https://www.ruok.org.au/

Love String classes are totally gibing me 80's mix tape vibes! Tell us what you want to hear in class? Eye of the Tiger, Salt'n'Pepa's Push It???

You might have heard us talking about creatine in the studio...... Libby & Kara have both been taking Push gummies, a creatine supplement, since they started doing Love Strong classes. It's a great alternative if you hate using creatine powder, the Push gummies taste AMAZING!⁠
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Read on to see why we're passionate about creatine and why we think you should be taking it to and see the full article from Women's Health Magazine https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/fitness/strength-training/a42178665/creatine/.

Don't forget our challenge starts TOMORROW!

It's not too late to join!

Gift bags with every challenge pack and prizes to be won......

Register here: https://forms.gle/5AP8851AA5jKkQvz8

Thinking of joining us for live-stream Yin over September or wondering why we love Reformer Yin so much?

See why Yin is so complementary to Pilates!

Don't forget we are trialling a livestream yin class on Wednesdays at 12pm with our gorgeous Kat!

Can't join live? Sign up and we will send you the replay link

Haven't tried a Love Strong class yet and curious? Swipe for more info!!!

Don't forget the early bird rate for our Love Strong Challenge PAck (16 classes in 28 days + a gift bag!) ends tonight!

Register here: https://forms.gle/o4wrwsi9C1tijUC89

Our Sunday waitlists for Love Strong have been a little crazy -so we're bringing forward the start date of our extra Sunday class to this week!

Love Strong will now run at 7am and 9am. The 7am class is a trial (I'm still not convinced that many people will get up early on a Sunday - so feel free to prove me wrong!) and we will reassess at the end of September!

See you in class strength lovers!!

You might have heard us talking in class about the importance of protein for building and maintaining muscle, but also how much more important it is as we become older.⁠
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Why? Swipe to see, check our website for the full blog or join us at our event "What the Peri?" at Hannah's Beecroft where Trish from will be talking about this and more!⁠
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Thanks Trish for the blog post!⁠
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https://www.lovepilates.com.au/blog/so-why-do-we-need-more-protein-in-perimenopause

The challenge will run from 2nd - 30th September and is intended to help you form positive & sustainable habits to get....⁠
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STRONGER, HEALTHIER & CALMER. ⁠
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There are two challenge options to choose from: ⁠
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1. Love Strong challenge | $379 (early bird) includes gift bag (valued at $550 RRP)⁠
♥️ 16 classes in 4 weeks (plus gift bag!) ⁠
♥️ If on membership we will put your existing membership on hold from Sept 2-30. ⁠
♥️ If on a class pack - we will extend your pack expiry by 28 days)⁠
♥️ To be eligible for grand prize you must attend 2 x Love Strong classes / week; no late cancels or no shows⁠
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2. Mini challenge (members only) | $99 includes mini gift bag (valued at $160RRP)⁠
♥️ 4 extra classes on top of your existing membership ⁠(MEMBERS ONLY)
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Stay tuned for more details about why we're so passionate about Love Strong (for men & women) and the challenge prizes up for grabs!⁠
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Click here to register: https://forms.gle/TSoKKLsUG8EKy2h76

Our Spring Challenge is coming......... more details later this week!

The calm before the storm......some very quiet clients take a well earned break in our Love Strong class today!

I am still adjusting to how quiet these classes are!!!

It's farewell to Millie on Wednesday nights for now and hello Steph! Steph will be taking over Wednesday nights at Willoughby from this week. I'm sure she'll have you sweating up a storm in Reformer Athletic!

Thanks to everyone who came to our first LOVE STRONG class today. You all did an amazing job. Thanks for trying something new and working so hard. Hope@you’re all sore tomorrow! (In the Nivea possible way 🥰)

Just a gentle reminder to turn your phone off or to silent during class. We've had some recent instances of people taking phone calls on their phone and watch in class. We really appreciate you being courteous to our teachers and fellow clients and not taking calls in class except if it's an emergency.

A month ago I asked my 11 year old to film me in the studio - she was mortified -"Mum, you're not going to put your stomach on Instagram are you?". Actually I asked her to film me from behind......

But it's lingered at the back of my mind since - so hello 50 (yep, today is the BIG day), my stomach is going on Instagram! I have always been proud of this body that's grown and birthed 3 kids!!! I've got some stretched, loose skin thanks to the three kids, but I've also been working pretty hard on this body the last 2 months! I want this body to keep me moving and doing what I love, well into old age.

What can you change in 9 weeks? Quite a lot it appears........ I've lost 4kg whilst also adding 2.6kg of muscle, lost 6cm off my hips and my body fat percentage has dropped significantly....... My goal was actually to gain muscle, I wasn't really concerned about my body fat.

How??? I've been loading up on the reformer - training the way we will in our Love Strong classes that start later this month. I've been doing 2 x 30 minute strength sessions a week on the reformer plus my usual Pilates class. I am not training around the clock! Am I on a diet? Nope - I've changed the balance of what I eat as I wasn't eating nearly enough protein to build or maintain muscle (I was getting about half of what I need). I'm still eating cheese and plenty of chocolate...... just less bread and pasta.

So if you're perimenopausal or menopausal and think you can't change your body - you can. Join me in class for Love Strong. Starts July 25 - Thursdays 9:30am, Sunday 9am. Can't make those times and interested in joining us? Comment below.

Wearing my new - also had to go buy new leggings as I need a size smaller........

Always exciting when new props arrive..... new heavier loop bands are in!

They're finally on the timetable 🎉

LOVE STRONG, our new reformer strength classes start July 25!

Why are we doing strength classes?

As we age however, we lose muscle mass and bone bass. According to Dr Andy Galpin, you lose about 1% of muscle every year after age 40 – but equally important to consider, you lose about 2-4% of strength and 8-10% of power.

Women will lose up to 10% off their bone density in the 5 years post menopause. One in two women over 60 will experience a fracture due to osteoporosis according to Healthy Bones Australia.

If you're near/over 40 and or peri/menopausal - strength training needs to be on your radar! The research says we need to "lift heavy". I didn't want to go the gym - so I'm doing my "lift heavy" on the reformer.

You don't have to be "older", you don't have to be peri/menopausal (though it's ideal for you if you are). This class is for you if you want to build strength , muscle mass, bone density and see results. I've been training like this for 8 weeks and I can tell you it will change your body.

Are you getting enough? (exercise that is....)

Do you know the Australian guidelines??? Are you moving enough?

We all know that life gets busy and sometimes we all slip in to bad habits (us included!) and don't move as much as we should. So just a gentle reminder about what we should be doing each week for our bodies.

You'll see that it doesn't always have to be structured exercise classes to get you towards that goal. Walking the dog, playing with the kids or grandkids and gardening can all help you meet your goal.

So where does Pilates fit in the mix?
Pilates is a strength based activity, so will help you meet the strength training guidelines.

What about barre?
Barre ticks the box for strength and physical activity (yep we've seen you sweating up a storm and begging for water breaks!).

See you in class soon 😜

This week, the weather is going to be chilly and wet! However, inside the studio, it's warm (especially once you start moving!), so there's absolutely no excuse to skip class!

We understand that it can be more challenging to find motivation during the winter, but it's consistency that's going to get you results 💪

Looking forward to seeing you in class 🏅

Don't forget today is the last day to shop our End of Financial Year Sale!

linkinbio for more details

When your kids come to work.... 👩‍👩‍👧

My husband dropped the kids off at the studio on Sunday and while I was happy to go straight home, they wanted to do PILATES! (Miss 4 included!)

Some of you may have heard me talk about girls and sport before- but I'm really passionate about getting kids moving and exercise is so important for their mental and physical health. We all know that exercise can help us get fitter and stronger but it can also help with stress management, body positivity and promoting better sleep - all things kids and teens can benefit from (as well as adults.

Girls start to drop out of sport at 10. It's so young! I want my girls to fall in love with movement and keep moving - whether it's running, dancing, ball sports or Pilates! I don't care what they're doing - as long as it's movement.

And while we're here..... did you know the biggest predictor of whether teen girls exercise is whether mum does...... see you in class ladies!

It's almost the end of June...... and our EOFYS is here! 🔥

Mega packs and member only bonus packs are on sale NOW!

If you're on membership and unable to purchase a bonus pack - email us on [email protected]

Deals end June 30.

Soccer buys and Pilates!

Sydney soccer players “humbled” by reformer pilates class A men’s soccer team has gone viral on Instagram after being “humbled” by a reformer pilates class in southern Sydney, showing viewers it is a lot harder than it looks.

Have you downloaded the new "Love Pilates Studios" app? 📱 (linkinbio to download)

Don't forget you'll need to update your details and sign your waiver to access your classes.

Any issues with accessing your account, email [email protected]

See you in class soon!

Just a reminder about how waitlists work 🤸🤸🤸🤸🤸🤸
We know for busy classes many of you are anxiously waiting on a last minute spot......

If you are on a waitlist and a spot becomes available you will automatically be added to the class (up to 2 hours beforehand).

If you no longer want a waitlist spot, it is your responsibility to remove yourself from the waitlist.

Depending on your communication preferences you will receive an email and or a text to say you have been added to class. Regardless of whether you respond to the text, you are now in the class.

If you choose to cancel, our cancellation policy still applies and you will be charged if you cancel within 12 hours of a class or 24 hours of a private session booking.

Our waitlist locks 2 hours before class. If you would like to come to class and haven’t received a notification - we recommend checking on the app if a spot becomes available, so you don't miss out on making it to Pilates class!

If you can no longer make your class, we really appreciate you cancelling so that the teacher knows not to expect you and in busy periods someone who is keen to make class can get a spot.

THANKYOU!

Just a reminder that our new booking system is live for Willoughby! ❤️

💻️ You can login via the hutton on the top right hand corner of our website.

OR

📱 Delete the current "Love Pilates" app and download the new "Love Pilates Studios" app (it will say powered by Mindbody when you open up.
You can go here http://mndbdy.ly/e/5737624 or tap the button in our linkinbio

For ether option click "sign in" and then "forgot password" so you can reset your password and access your account!

Our new booking system is live!

Please delete the current "Love Pilates" app and download the "Love Pilates Studios" app.

When you login - click "forgot password" to create your password and access your account.

All your bookings have been transferred, every effort has been made to ensure they are correct, but we would encourage you to check!

You can download here: http://mndbdy.ly/e/5737624

Thanks for your patience.

Libby