You Don’t Have to Earn Rest to Get Results
Growing up Hollywood taught us that rest is a reward. We had to completely destroy our bodies (and our brains) in order to earn rest. That if you skipped a workout, you have to "make up for it." That if you took two days off, you should double your workouts. Or worse..that you needed to “earn” food.
The truth?
Your body doesn't get stronger during the workout. It gets stronger when it recovers from it. Training creates the stimulus. Recovery is where the adaptation happens.
If you're constantly pushing without giving your body time to rebuild, you may be limiting your progress.
THE BEST PILATES WORKOUT PLAN
The number one rule when talking to new clients is starting with building a pilates plan that makes sense for where they are starting today and hint…it’s the one you’re going to show up for.
For some people, that's two classes a week. For others, it's four. The right routine is the one that fits your schedule, your recovery, and your goals.
Consistency will always beat an "all or nothing" approach.
FUEL YOUR BODY LIKE IT HAS A JOB TO DO
Food isn't something you have to earn either. Your body needs fuel to perform, recover, and build strength.
A simple place to start is focusing on whole grain carbs, healthy fats, and protein at every meal.
Carbs support your energy so you can train hard.
Fats support your brain and hormone function.
Protein supports muscle growth, recovery, and maintenance.
Listen to your hunger cues. If you are craving something sugary, grab some berries. If your body wants salt throw some Cholula on your eggs. Moderation is key but if you are crashing in your workouts you probably don’t need less food…
WHAT ABOUT THE BEST SUPPLEMENTS?
No supplement replaces good training, sleep, water intake, or nutrition. That said, many people choose to support their routine with supplements.
Personally, I've had a great experience using creatine and magnesium. Creatine is one of the most researched sports nutrition supplements and has been shown to support strength and training performance, while magnesium may help support normal muscle and nerve function and can be beneficial if you're deficient. They're not necessary for everyone, and it's always a good idea to talk with your healthcare provider before starting any supplement.
MORE ISN’T ALWAYS BETTER
An intense ab routine won't magically give you visible abs. Neither will doing cardio every day.
The biggest changes happen when you consistently challenge your muscles, recover well, and repeat that process over time. That's exactly why we believe in pilates strength training.
Every class is designed to create enough resistance to challenge your muscles while giving you a low-impact workout you can actually sustain week after week.
WHY CORE (LP)
Results aren't built from one perfect workout.
They're built from showing up consistently, training with intention, recovering well, and having a solid plan with people who have help transform 100s of people’s lives to help you repeat the process.
That's exactly what we do at Core (LP).
Our classes combine slow, controlled resistance with progressive overload to help you build strength, improve endurance, and create a reformer routine you can stick with—not just for a few weeks, but for the long play. Book a free new client consult today and let’s chat.
