Team Long + Lean: Get to Know Ashley T.

Ashley, one of the newest members of Team Long + Lean, is a passionate Pilates teacher and dancer. If you haven’t gotten in to take one of her classes yet, you are missing out! Ashley teaches fun and challenging classes that leave you feeling absolutely amazing. Keep reading to learn more about Ashley.

What brought you to Buffalo?
I was Born and raised in Buffalo!

What inspired you to start teaching Pilates?
I had a friend who had been taking Pilates for years. She introduced me to Pilates and even helped me pay for classes when I first began. I started taking Pilates about a month after leaving X-ray school and immediately became addicted to the results it had on my body and mind. I always left class feeling positive and genuinely happy. After a month of non-stop classes I knew I wanted to be a teacher. Everything seemed to line up perfectly, the fact that I had taken multiple anatomy classes throughout college and had been a serious dancer for 20 years were just some of the many reasons I felt Pilates was an amazing career for me.

What’s your favorite activity outside of the Pilates studio?
My favorite activity outside of the Pilates studio is dancing. I’ve been dancing since I was two. I’m thankful for the way dance has enriched my life and it will forever be a passion of mine.

Best thing about living in Buffalo?
The best thing about living in Buffalo is getting to enjoy everything it has to offer. I find Buffalo a very affordable city with many free events for people to check out! Anytime I’m looking for an event to go to Facebook or Step Out Buffalo has me covered. We are a busy little city with a lot to offer and I love that!

What is your favorite act of self-care?
I have many favorites but I think my all time favorite is getting some sunshine! Even the worst of moods can instantly be lifted with a dose of vitamin D!

Why do you love teaching Pilates?
I love teaching Pilates because it’s so rewarding. Getting to see my clients progression every week and their smile of victory when they nail a hard movement makes the job so worthwhile.