Save the date!!! Fairfax Pilates is so excited to present our Grand Opening Event on October 4th! New clients: get ready to meet the faculty, take class, enter raffles, receive giveaways, and SO MUCH MORE! Head to the link listed below for more information and to sign up for this one of a kind event 💪🏻✨
Fairfax Pilates is so excited to meet you! Will you be joining us???
#fairfaxpilates #strong #grandopening #openhouse #fairfaxva
Meet our new Assistant Manager, Katie Tomney! Check out her thoughts on becoming a new Fairfax Pilates Team Member!
1.) What do you bring to Fairfax Pilates?
I am really great about making every client feel “heard” and understood! I want clients to feel like their goals and needs are being met both in and around the studio and as such I strive to make myself available to our clients so that I can ensure that each client is reaching 150% satisfaction with our studio. In addition to these practices, my training in dance and anatomical sciences ensures that I offer clear and concise directions in classes that help keep our clients strong and safe!
2.) What about being a Fairfax Pilates team member are you most excited about?
I am most excited for the opportunity to learn something new from my fellow co-workers! Every new job opportunity offers a chance for growth and professional development. I can’t wait to learn and be inspired by my team members!
3.) What is your training philosophy?
If you aren’t having fun, then why waste your time!?!? Life is too short to not enjoy the work you are doing and as such I employ this belief into all of my practices. Even when the work gets hard, there is joy to be had in the push and I encourage every client I interact with to apply this same positive outlook into their practices!
4.) What experience do you have in the industry?
Dancing since the age of three, I have held a love for physical activity for practically my entire life! I hold my Bachelors of Dance from the SUNY University at Buffalo where in addition to my dance practices, I also had the opportunity to lead the university in major management roles including organizing our University’s participation in the American College Dance Association’s regional conferences for two years in a row. In addition to my dance training, I am a certified Barre Instructor and have held teaching experience for 5+ years with students aged Early Childhood all the way through to my adult clients.
5.) Fun Fact 🙂
I am a champion level Irish Dancer! I even competed in the World Championships where my team placed top 10 worldwide!
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Tasty Tuesdays With Terri!
Glowing Carrot Ginger Turmeric Soup with Coconut Milk is light, luscious, earthy and flavorful! Fresh turmeric root gives it a hint of the exotic flavor! You can use carrot juice for part of the base to make it doubly carrot-y … which is optional, but adds even more carrot flavor. Turmeric has many health benefits as an anti-inflammatory, immune booster, digestion enhancer, and detoxifier. Usher in the fall with this colorful and hearty soup!
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 minutes Yield: 6 cups ( 4 servings)
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon coconut oil (or vegetable oil, olive oil)
½ cup chopped shallot (approximately 2 shallots, or ½ an onion)
2 tablespoons chopped, peeled turmeric (see notes)
2 tablespoon chopped, peeled ginger root
4 garlic cloves, rough chopped
1 pint fresh carrot juice (2 cups– ok to use store bought) or use 2 cups veggie or chicken stock.
2 cups water
1 lb chopped carrots
½ teaspoon salt, then more to taste
¾ – 1 15oz can of coconut milk, saving some for swirling if you want.
1 teaspoon curry powder
½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar, or lime juice
½ teaspoon soy sauce ( or Braggs liquid amino ) – this is optional, added for depth.
1 teaspoon maple syrup
Pinch or two cayenne, to taste
garnish with mint, cilantro or edible flowers
Instructions:
Peel and chop shallots, turmeric, ginger and garlic.
Chop the carrots into ½ inch rings, no need to peel if scrubbed.
Heat oil in a large pot, over medium heat.
Add shallots, turmeric root and ginger and sauté until golden, about 3-4 minutes. (see notes if using ground turmeric)
Add garlic and continue cooking, stirring about 2 minutes.
Add carrot juice, water and carrots and salt.
Bring to a boil, cover, turn heat down and simmer until carrots are tender, 15-20 minutes.
Let it cool a bit, then blend in batches until very smooth and velvety.
Place the soup back in a pot, over low heat and add coconut milk and curry, vinegar, soy, and maple. Simmer and stir until coconut milk is combined. Taste, adjust salt.
Add cayenne for a little heat.
Serve with fresh herbs and coconut milk swirls.
Notes:
If subbing ground turmeric add it when you add the curry powder. It is much more intense in flavor than the fresh root, so start with one teaspoon, adding more to taste.
A healthy life starts with a healthy, balanced diet; that’s why Fairfax Pilates is proud to present “Tasty Tuesdays with Terri!” Be sure to check back every Tuesday for a new and delicious recipe provided by our very own Studio Manager and certified Holistic Nutritionist, Terri Johnson! Start your week off right with Fairfax Pilates!
Citrus Avocado Salad 🥗 🍊
Description:
Citrus and Avocado Salad with cilantro, jalapeño, lime, and optional chili flakes. Vegan, refreshing and a healthy boost of Vitamin C for the immune system as we prepare for the cold weather season! Use blood oranges when in season, for added color! 🍊
Serving Size: 2 Large Bowls
Ingredients:
* 1 blood orange (or sub navel, or other orange citrus)
* 1 navel orange
* 1 ripe avocado
* 1 lime
* 1 tablespoon cilantro leaves
* 1 jalapeño thinly sliced- optional
* salt to taste
* Chili flakes
Instructions:
1. Peel and cut oranges into bite-sized pieces and place in a medium bowl.
2. Cut avocado into bite-sized pieces and place in the bowl.
4. Add optional cilantro and sliced jalapeño.
5. Sprinkle with salt and chili flakes. Squeeze with ½ a lime. Gently toss, being careful not to over mix.
6. Taste, adjusting salt, lime, chili.
8. Depending on how sweet or tart your oranges are, you may need more or less lime juice. Blood oranges can often be pretty tart, so start light!
9. Feel free to add a little drizzle of olive oil or avocado oil if so inclined!
#fairfaxpilates #strong #tastytuesdays #healthyeating #mealprep #recipe
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September 21 at 6:20 PM ·
We are proud to introduce our “New Client Referral Program!” Current clients, if you refer your friend to our October 4th Grand Opening Event you could be rewarded!!! New clients, try an equipment based class for FREE when you use the promo code “FPOPENING10” at checkout. For our current clients, you will receive a free pair of socks when your friend attends one of our classes. If they sign up for a membership, current clients then will receive HALF OFF their monthly dues for the following month!
So what are you waiting for?!?! Help spread the word and get your friends through the door!!!
https://fairfaxpilates.com/grand-opening/
#fairfaxpilates #grandopening #openhouse #fairfaxva #referralprogram
FRI, OCT 30 AT 7:00 PM EDT
Spooky Spectacular
Reaching for the weekend like...
Hang on, you’re almost there!!!
In the meantime, feel free to drop your weekend plans below! 👇🏻
Happy Friday, y’all! Let’s show some love for this excellent display of form! 💫
#fairfaxpilates #strong #happyfriday
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October 5 at 10:08 AM ·
Want to know what we were up to this weekend??? This past Sunday we got to welcome these strong ladies to our Grand Opening Event and we had an absolute blast! Thank you so much to the wonderful ladies who came to sweat with us 💦 It was a fun time had by all and we are overjoyed to welcome you to the Fairfax Pilates family!!!
#fairfaxpilates #grandopening #newbeginnings #strong
11:15am Lean Machine Class
OCTOBER 4TH ONLY!!! New clients, check out the special packages we are offering for one day only! Interested in purchasing one of these discounted memberships, be sure to call us today! Any purchase of a Flash Sale Package, Silver Membership, Platinum Membership, or Premiere Membership Package on 10/4/20 is eligible for entry into our prize raffles! What are you waiting for??? Call us today!!!
#fairfaxpilates #grandopening #flashsale
Looking for a delicious way to start your morning? Well look no further! Tasty Tuesdays are back and this week we are presenting you with Ricotta, Mushroom and Egg Tartine!
This isn’t just toast, it’s Tartine (sounds fancier huh?)… Easy, and great for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Start with a creamy layer of ricotta, then pile on sautéed mushrooms (this recipe uses a mix of crimini, shiitake and beech, but use whatever you have available), and the final touch: a classic fried egg. This dish contains tons of protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Start your week off right with Fairfax Pilates!
https://fairfaxpilates.com/2020/10/
#fairfaxpilates #tastytuesdays #mealprep #healthyeating #breakfast
In just one week, Fairfax Pilates is taking the lights down low for this Halloween Special Event! Now offering class times at 6pm and 7pm, this will be one night you won’t want to miss. Hurry and sign-up now as space is limited and spots are going fast! Head to the link below to register 🕷👻
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=832187&stype=-7&sTG=22&sView=day&sLoc=0&date=10/30/20
#fairfaxpilates #spookyspectacular #halloween #SpecialEvents
✨ With arms open wide, let’s get ready to embrace the week ahead ✨
Happy Monday everyone! Get ready to spread your wings and fly!!!
#fairfaxpilates #strong #mondaymotivation
Things are getting spooky here at Fairfax Pilates! We're turning the lights off for this special event as we feature two glow-in-the-dark equipment classes taught by the "Hallo-Queen" herself, Brittany Clark! Glow sticks will be provided to all class attendants so be sure to wear your all-black attire.
Upon completion of class, participants will also receive a special "boo-zy" surprise, sure to keep the chills at bay! 🕷🍂
So what are you waiting for? Come and join us...if you dare...
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=832187&stype=-7&sTG=22&sView=day&sLoc=0&date=10/30/20
#fairfaxpilates #halloween #specialevents #spookyspectacular #strong
It’s been an eventful couple of weeks at Fairfax Pilates and we still can’t get over how exciting our Grand Opening Event was! Let’s spread the cheer a little longer and congratulate our two lucky winners of our Grand Opening Event Raffle Prizes!
Congrats to David Hughes for being selected as our Grand Prize Winner and Terri Siggins for being our Silver Prize recipient! We are so excited to welcome you both to Fairfax Pilates 💪🏻
And a special shout-out to Eric Nightengale from Massage Elite Fairfax for supplying David with a gift card good for one massage and CBD oil! Let’s spread the love and go give his page a follow: MassageElite
#fairfaxpilates #grandopening #rafflewinners #strong #fairfaxva #massageelitedmv
Who’s ready for Week Three of the Planksgiving challenge!?!?! In this week’s challenge, we want to see you hold your longest plank possible! Tag @fairfaxpilates in your videos and show us what you can do! How long can you hold it?
#fairfaxpilates #planksgiving #weekthree #challenge #thelongshot
Thanksgiving Leftovers Frittata 🦃
SERVES 8 | FINISH IN 30 MINUTES
This is a delicious frittata breakfast using Thanksgiving leftovers. Throw any leftovers in this one… veggies, turkey, potatoes/cauliflower, stuffing, etc. You don’t need to add cheese, or you can use a vegan cheese. You just might make this one a tradition!
https://fairfaxpilates.com/thanksgiving-leftover-frittata/
#fairfaxpilates #tastytuesday #thanksgiving #breakfast #mealprep
It’s the final week of our Planksgiving challenge!!! In this week’s challenge, we want you to get creative with your side planks! Snap a pic and tag @fairfaxpilates in your submission and our staff will cast our votes at the end of the week. We can’t wait to see what you come up with, enjoy the week!
#fairfaxpilates #planksgiving #weekfour #challenge #sideways
Hey Fairfax Pilates! Last day to submit for the Week Three Challenge is this Saturday 11/21. Don’t forget to send us your videos! Let this picture inspire you from one of our instructors, Sheila Clark! Remember the fan-favorite will win a special surprise!!!
How long can you hold your plank for???
#fairfaxpilates #planksgiving #challenge #thelongshot #weekthree
Healthy Pumpkin Pie Bars 🎃
These pumpkin pie bars are the perfect healthier dessert for any fall occasion! The crust is made from almond flour, warm fall spices, and real maple syrup. The filling has so much fresh fall flavor with pumpkin and more spices.
https://fairfaxpilates.com/healthy-pumpkin-pie-bars/
#fairfaxpilates #tastytuesday #dessert #fall #healthyeating
Getting stronger, healthier, and happier.
#fairfaxva #fairfaxpilates #pilatesstrong #happyandhealthy #reformer #plankvariation #coreworkout #totalbodyworkout #improvementseason #motivateyourself #believeinyou
Stretching will help eliminate aches and pains and improve mobility. Don't underestimate the power of a simple stretch!
#fairfaxva #fairfaxpilates #flexibilitygoals #nomorepain #improvemobility #pilatesstudio #pilatesstrong #feelvibrant #simplestretch #stretching #HarvardHealth
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The importance of stretching - Harvard Health
NUTRITION SPOTLIGHT from our nutritionist Terri Johnson!
A paleo diet is a dietary plan based on foods similar to what might have been eaten during the Paleolithic era, which dates from approximately 2.5 million to 10,000 years ago.
The aim of a paleo diet is to return to a way of eating that's more like what early humans ate. The diet's reasoning is that the human body is genetically mismatched to the modern diet that emerged with farming practices — an idea known as the discordance hypothesis.
Farming changed what people ate and established dairy, grains and legumes as additional staples in the human diet. This relatively late and rapid change in diet, according to the hypothesis, outpaced the body's ability to adapt. This mismatch is believed to be a contributing factor to the prevalence of obesity, diabetes and heart disease today.
Good Morning from Fairfax Pilates! Start your day with some gentle stretches to eliminate aches and pains.
1. Stand next to a wall and raise your arm behind you until it is shoulder height. Breath into your shoulder, relax, and hold for at least 30 seconds on each side.
2. This hand stretch can be done anywhere! It's a great one if you write or type a lot. Hold your arm out straight with your palm to the ceiling. Hold your fingers with your opposite hand and gently pull down. You can also pull down on each finger individually to get a different stretch.
For only $299 you can get individualized nutrition coaching with Terri Johnson as well as access to all virtual and on demand classes: prehabilitation, mat pilates, and fit factory!
#choseyou #fairfaxva #fairfaxpilates #pialtesstrong #indivdualcoaching #nutritioncoaching #ondemandclasses #virtualpilates #fitfactory #prehabilitation #matpilates #motivateyou #feelvibrant #goodfoodgoodmood
