Neutral Spine is one of the most subtle, yet powerful principles. When the spine is neutral you have three spinal curves—cervical, thoracic, and lumbar—which function to absorb shock when running, jumping, or simply walking around town. We want to maintain and reinforce these natural curves and that, for example, is why...
How’d you find InstaPhysique? I was getting a facial and my aesthetician told me about INSTA. What was your impression after your first class? My first impression of Insta was how deceptively hard the class was. I loved the challenge of the class and how supportive and positive the coach and...
X Our new 50 minute beat-driven format, INSTA X, has your recovery, mobility and flexibility in mind. This class offers a unique flow of warm-up cardio/strength movements and dynamic deep stretches on the Megaformer...
How’d you find InstaPhysique? I found Insta after I got diagnosed with an osteoid osteoma in my vertebrae. It had been causing a lot of pain and I was looking for a low impact workout to strengthen the muscles around my spine and my core without causing any more damage...
Does taking the time to coordinate your fitness routine with a group exercise schedule or a small group of friends make you cringe? Our lives are hectic enough but there are good reasons why it’s worth the effort. 1. Camaraderie There’s a special connection with your fellow workout warriors during small group...
Think back to the best day you had in the last six months. What was it about that day that made it stand out? Maybe you closed a business deal you had been working on for a long time. Or you took your kids to the park and were able...
Frustrated, defeated, and disappointed you walk away from yet another failed attempt to get your body bikini ready. NOT THIS TIME! During the month of May, everyone who practices Lagree is invited to participate in the annual Megaformer Challenge. The challenge has participants from around the globe shaking on their Megaformers at least...
It’s already May but your new year’s resolution to hit the gym 5 days a week still isn’t paying off. You set out your workout clothes each night, wake before the sun and work hard during sweat sessions. Still, the scale isn’t budging. It’s time to look at what you are...
Imagine a fresh powder day in Tahoe. You wake up to over two feet of fluffy snow, strap on your skis and head up the chair lift. In awe of the surrounding beauty, you start to work your way down the first run. Just halfway through, your quads are on fire. This...
Can you adopt a new exercise regimen at 65? Absolutely! Maryann Curtis is living proof. She’s not only an InstaPhysique devotee but also a walking billboard for the amazing changes you will see when you put in the work. Maryann is the co-founder of Nova Salon Systems Inc and a new...