On my quest to expand my fitness horizons, I realized I have never tried Pilates...until now!

Last night I took a friend and headed over to The Atlantic Club in Red Bank to try Kelly's Pilates class.

I had no idea what I was in for, and just followed along during the set up, grabbing mats and light weights, a stretching circle thingy, and a ball. Hmmmmm. Still had no clue what would happen in that class.

It turned out to be fantastic. An amazing core workout, combined with balance and some strength, but in a dimly lit, relaxing environment rather than some of the other classes that are high energy.

This class had an inward focus where you are concentrating on your breathing as well as your balance and tightening your muscles. I have never really thought to combine strength and calm, so I walked out relaxed yet pumped!

You have just a couple of days left to get to either location of The Atlantic Club (Red Bank or Manasquan) and pay $20 (that goes toward the American Cancer Society) for a week's worth of fabulous classes. Over 140 classes in Manasquan and 90 in Red Bank. This is an amazing opportunity for a great cause.

And if you see me in one of those classes...say hi!

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