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Shopping Guide for Pilates Lovers

L+L Pilates Holiday Gift Guide

L+L Pilates Holiday Gift Guide

We feel it too, the holidays are approaching, and fast! While we can’t do all of the shopping for you, we can certainly help make the process easier with these gift ideas for the Pilates lovers in your life!

If you’ve had a session at L+L Pilates, you know we take our calf stretching seriously. The half dome  makes a great gift for a friend or family member who is always on the go and needs a little TLC. Pair it with our pinky balls for the ultimate foot and leg care for runners, walkers, and posture enthusiasts. You can even get our clients’ go-to items for Pilates while their traveling with our Pilates On-the-Go Gift Box!

If you’re looking for stocking stuffer ideas, we have you covered with gear that will upgrade any studio or at-home Pilates practice such as grip socks (visit our studio boutique for options), resistance bands, yoga straps, or Pilates balls.

For true Pilates enthusiasts, there is no better holiday gift than personal Pilates loops to help them feel safe and demonstrate their own unique style while they’re at the studio. We have a variety of styles and colors to choose from; be sure to browse the boutique online or in the studio!

Maybe your plan has been to introduce a friend to Pilates and secretly get them hooked? Surprise them with a gift certificate to our Buffalo studio or an L+L Pilates Online Studio Membership, with on-demand classes that can be done from anywhere!

Last but not least, we have some truly awesome apparel for working out or lounging around the house available both online and in-studio. Check out our online boutique for one of a kind L+L Pilates apparel, and visit our studio on Elmwood Avenue for goodies from some of our favorite apparel companies like Beyond Yoga and Softwear!

Happy shopping!!

 

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Balanced Body Reformers + Equipment

Long + Lean Pilates instructor Jacquie

We are so excited to announce that we have partnered with Balanced Body to give you  a discount on Balanced Body equipment, including Reformers! As studios have had to remain close, many of us have been inspired to outfit our homes with the equipment we love and miss. If you have been considering buying a Reformer, click the image below to shop Balanced Body Reformers (our favorite brand) and get a 5% discount off anything you buy!

Have any questions about which equipment is best for you? Feel free to contact us; we’re happy to help!

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Virtual Classes + Private Sessions

Joseph Pilates once said “Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness.” This message is especially important today. While the COVID-19 virus has made us close our doors, it has not stopped us from connecting with our community and continuing to do the thing that makes us feel amazing, Pilates! We have adapted all of our services to virtual or outdoor offerings so you still get the same great teachers and instruction while the studio is closed.

Virtual Private Sessions

If you are looking for more personal instruction and feedback, we continue to offer our signature private and duet sessions virtually. Each session will be designed specifically for your needs and goals and your instructor will guide you through movements and adjust your form so it is safe and effective for you. If you are new to Pilates and would like to participate in our group classes, setting up a private session first can help you prepare and get the most out of your class. Your instructor will assess your posture and movement habits, discuss your health history and goals, and suggest any modifications that you may need to make in your group classes.

Contact us here to schedule a private or duet session. We can use Zoom, Skype or FaceTime- whatever works best for you!

 

Outdoor Pop-up Studio

Not into virtual sessions? No problem. You can now schedule a private session, duet, or small group class in your backyard, or the outdoor destination of your choice. Fill out this request form and we will contact you to schedule your session.

 

Long + Lean Pilates Online

Long + Lean Pilates Online is the best way to experience Long + Lean Pilates classes anytime, anywhere. Our virtual fitness platform has a variety of classes from many of your favorite instructors available to rent or purchase. You can also become a member for unlimited access to all our videos, including exclusive content, plus a complimentary virtual private session.  There are videos ranging from full classes to a ten minute stretch to step-by-step tutorials of essential exercises and new content is added weekly!

Start your 7 Day Free Trial today!

 

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Introducing Long + Lean Pilates Online Studio

Like many businesses, Long + Lean Pilates is currently closed in observation of public health and safety measures due to the outbreak of COVID-19. We miss our studio community and look forward to being together again soon. In the meantime, we want to help keep you moving at home!

 

Live Streaming Pilates Mat Classes

Starting Saturday March 21st, we are offering live streaming Pilates mat classes through Facebook Live. We will have live, full length classes streaming daily in a private Facebook group for you to enjoy as they happen or come back to at your convenience!

Access to the videos will be available via the private Facebook group. To join the group and participate in our live stream classes, you must purchase our new Online Membership for $45. The Online Membership gives you one month of unlimited access to all of the classes streaming daily. We will assess renewal options for the membership as needed.

Live Streaming Class Schedule
Mondays: 9:00am Pilates Mat, 5:15pm Pilates Mat
Tuesdays: 9:00am Pilates Mat, 4:30pm Release + Restore
Wednesdays: 9:00am Pilates Mat, 5:15pm Pilates Mat
Thursdays: 9:00am Pilates Mat, 4:30pm Release + Restore
Fridays: 9:00am Pilates Mat, 5:15pm Pilates Mat
Saturdays: 11:00am Pilates Mat
Sundays: TBD

Please send us an email if you have access to equipment and would like a Reformer class added to the schedule.

Ready to get started? Here’s what to do next:

  1. Go to the Mindbody store to purchase the package, or send us an email to charge the card you have on file. In the Mindbody store, select the service category Small Group Classes, then Online Membership-Access Livestream Group. If you are unable to access your account through Mindbody or have any concerns, please contact us and we can call you to discuss your options.
  2. Make sure you have a Facebook account (you can make one with a fake name if you want!), then request to be added to the Long + Lean Pilates Online Studio private group. If your Facebook account name is something other than what we have in our system please let us know via email or Facebook messenger. 
  3. You will receive a follow-up email confirming your purchase and addition to the group, and will give you further instructions on next steps.

Sign Up for Online Membership Here

Virtual Private Sessions

If you prefer to work one-on-one with an instructor, we are still offering private sessions virtually. You don’t need equipment, all you need is a smartphone or computer and a little space to move! Contact us if you are interested in setting up a virtual private session.

Book a Virtual Private Session

Long + Lean Pilates on Youtube

Subscribe to Long + Lean Pilates

We also have many workouts available for you on Youtube. The Long + Lean Pilates Youtube page has lots of options from single exercises to 30 minute full body workouts. All of our Youtube videos can be done on-demand, whenever you want to move your body.

 

We hope that these resources will help to keep you moving until we are able to meet again. We look forward to seeing you soon!!

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The Posture Essentials

Posture is important for so many reasons. Not only does good posture help you look your best, it also helps your body function properly so you can feel your best. Having good posture means your body is aligned the way it should be so your joints can move, your muscles aren’t being overworked, you can breathe properly, and your organs can function the way they should.  Unfortunately, we live in a world that encourages poor posture and lacks opportunities for movement that improves posture, at least at the frequency we really need. In order to improve posture you should consider spending less time in chairs and less time on computers and mobile devices. You can also incorporate more standing and walking into your day and try to increase how often you bring your arms up over your head. You’ll be amazed at how beneficial simply reaching up and touching the tops of door frames throughout your day can be!

At L + L Pilates, a properly aligned body, with good posture, is always our number one goal. The following exercises are our absolute favorite, go-to exercises to help you achieve a properly aligned body and better upright posture. These are the Posture Essentials. Even on days you don’t have time to take a walk or do a full workout, find 3 minutes to do the following exercises and you’ll immediately feel your energy increase and your posture improve. These are all exercises you can do at home or in the office so they can be done throughout your day!

Calf Stretch

Calf Stretch

Forward Head Corrector

Forward Head Corrector Essential Exercise

Spread Your Wings

 

Spread Your Wings Chest Opening Exercise

 

Have any questions or comments!? Let us know below.

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