Fun in the Sun
Summer is just around the corner! My favorite time of year, though I’m also becoming quite fond of the Texas Sprin g & Fall. But honestly, I like it warm. That’s why I moved here! With summer comes outdoor activities… and here are some tips to help you make the most of your time outside:
- Water. Drink water or other fluids. regularly. Lots of it. If you are thirsty, you are already 10% dehydrated. This can lead to muscle cramps and irregular heart rhythms. Helps keep your body temperature regulated.
- Vitamin D. Spend 10-15 minutes/day outside without sunscreen to get your daily dose of vitamin D. After that, slather the sunscreen on!
- Electrolytes. If you are a heavy sweater in the heat, you might consider taking in more electrolytes. Loss of these through sweating can increase muscle cramping, and a decrease how well the body functions.
- Be outside in non-peak heat. Mornings or evenings. Afternoons, aside from peak radiation from the sun, tend to be most challenging.
- Light colored clothing. Stores less heat. Dark colored clothing keeps it. Mosquitos are also drawn to the darker colors.
A deeper look at Pilates
By now, most people have heard of Pilates. It is a method of strengthening the core (muscles of the spine, pelvis, shoulder girdle & neck) in a systematic fashion. Having taught Stott Pilates for over 6+ years now (I taught a different style prior to this), the most common thing that I see is a lack of body awareness or understanding of the body in the participants. Joseph Pilates, the founder, had a saying: in 10 sessions you will feel different, in 20 sessions, other people will see a difference, and in 40 sessions, you will have a new body. If you’re not seeing a difference, then you need to take a deeper look at how you are doing the exercises. Is the transverse abdominis (deepest ab muscle) truly engaged through the whole exercise? Is your range of motion appropriate for keeping that transverse abdomins engaged? Can you feel the difference between neutral spine/pelvis & imprint? How do you breathe while you are doing the exercises, and how does the neck feel? These questions address the basic principles of Stott Pilates, and deepen your experience/understanding. Adding Pilates in one day per week can have a significant impact on your core strength, your posture, and keep the rest of your body healthier. This month, I”m offering free Pilates mat or tower sessions (30 minutes) to help you understand your body better.
Everything under the Moon
PartyLite Show, Thursday, June 10, 7pm. You are invited! Please RSVP if you are coming. What is Partylite? www.partylite.biz/melaniethayn
Amber Moon Studio is now on Facebook!
Amber Moon Studio will be closed on Memorial Day.
Please remember, and be kind to your massage therapist. I deal with several clients a day, and if someone comes in sick, this means not only the possibility of me getting sick, but my other clients as well. Even though I wash/sanitize my hands regularly before, during & after sessions, some germs just don’t give up. If I catch it, I will be unable to help those that need my services. Please be pro-active! Thanks.
Specials
Free Pilates
New the Pilates equipment? Free 30 min session to new Pilates clients on either the Chair or Tower (Cadillac).
Athlete’s Special
Receive your 1st sports massage at the regular price within the 2 weeks prior to your event; your 2nd sports massage (in the week following the event) is 50% off. Book early!
For athlete’s just wanting to feel better after a race, I’ve got a special for you too! Finish the race – $5 off; come in 3rd in age group, $10 off; 2nd in age group, $20 off; 1st in age group, $30 off. Win the whole darn thing (gender division), FREE massage. May not be combined with other offers except Referral Credit.
Referral Credit
Refer someone for any of Amber Moon Studio’s services and receive a $10 credit on your account as a thank you!
Wh(eee)^3 Racing Team Sponsorship
If you pledge to come for a minimum of 1 session monthly (any service), each session is $45. If you come less frequently, $55/session. May not be combined with any other offers. Please contact me for more information regarding Wh(eee)^3 Racing.
Studio Information
Hours of service*:
| Monday | 12:00-7:00p |
| Tuesday | 10:30-11:30a & 3:00-7:00p |
| Wednesday | 2:30-5:00p |
| Thursday | 10:30a-7:00p |
| Friday | 9:00a-5:00p |
* please keep in mind in do have classes that I teach during some of these times as well.
Lunch is from 1-2.30 on MWF, 1-3 on TTh.
Amber Moon Studio Services include:
- Private Yoga session
- Private Pilates Mat and Equipment sessions
- Massage Therapy (Swedish, Sport, Deep/precise & Medical)
- Myofascial Unwinding
- Energy Healing
- Personal Training
- Small Group Yoga and Pilates classes
- Yoga and Pilates Instructor Trainings
- Lifestyle Wellness Coaching
Contact me for more information.
Sharon Boon, MS, CSCS, RYT (500), LMT# 106621
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to serve you!