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[ February 9, 2009 ]
Build Resilience with Regular Exercise
Many of us have watched our stress levels rise along with the busy-ness of our lives. Challenging economic times, rising food and fuel prices, uncertainty in many areas of the world and job insecurity can leave us feeling anxious and exhausted. With the demands on our time and energy piling up, it is more tempting than ever to postpone self-care and decide to skip our exercise session. Yet, these are the times when self-care is most urgently needed to reduce feelings of stress, build emotional resilience and replenish our good humor and good will.
Researchers have found that participation in regular physical activity is strongly linked to emotional resilience. And, emotional resilience is linked to attitude and outlook. So how exactly does exercise increase resilience? In many overlapping ways. Here are a few of the most powerful:
-Improvements in mood
-Increased energy
-More self-confidence
-Better health
-Less stress, anxiety and depression
-Improvements in quality of life, especially for older adults
-Development of other healthful habits
-Increase focus on fun and friends
When the going gets tough, the energy you put into your emotional and physical health pays double dividends, preventing chronic health problems in the future, and helping you cope more effectively with the challenges of the present. So just remember that when your schedule fills up, it's the worst time to sacrifice exercise.
Valentine's Day Blow-Out Sale
In honor of Valentine's Day, Pilates Plus is holding a huge blow-out sale. Starting Tuesday, February 10, 2009 and running through Saturday, February 14, 2009, all clothing in the studio is 40% off. This includes all Hard Tail and So Low. Mario Badescu and Glymed products are not included in the sale.
Valentine's Day Gifts
If you still haven't picked up a special gift for your Valentine, Pilates Plus can help. We carry unique clothing, jewelry and skin care products and always offer gift certificates for classes, private sessions, massages and facials. We are also offering a very special Valentine's Day bonus this year. If you purchase a gift certificate for a facial, massage with Colleen Coss or a private or semi-private Pilates session you will receive a coupon for a free Pilates or Yoga mat class. This offer is good on all gift certificate purchases through February 14, 2009.
Fountain of Youth
If you have been searching for ways to stay young, tune in to Channel 8 on Tuesday at 6:20 am to watch Jodi as she talks about slowing down the aging process.
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