Los Altos Studio Closing Announcement

Dear Blue Crew- Well, it’s officially official. The Alkalign Los Altos studio will permanently close on June 10th. It’s been a whirlwind of emotions. I have had the lowest lows during the past few months knowing that the 14-year era of owning studios was coming to an...

Why “Relaxing” May Be Harder Than It Appears

Originally published in the Los Altos Town Crier on March 21, 2023 Does the idea of slowing down to smell the roses, sip your coffee or, heaven forbid, meditate make you feel uncomfortable? That twitchy, anxious feeling you get when someone suggests you slow down to...

Tips, Service Fees and Living Wage Up-Charges

The Cost of Supporting Businesses in the Bay Area  By Erin Paruszewski Operating a small business in the Bay Area is more challenging than ever. Between inflation, a global health pandemic and an already high cost of living at baseline, it’s nearly impossible to cover...

A Message of Gratitude

Dear Blue Crew- As I write this, I am currently taking some time off from Alkalign to Recharge with my family. I don’t know about you, but the Covid years were INTENSE and I’m feeling a bit burned out. We spent years in a fight or flight state, pivoting and adjusting...

Have you fallen off the workout wagon?

We have noticed a definite trend with our livestream offering. During Covid, lots of people showed up live. Whether it was for the community, the connection or the workout itself, you were there. Early morning, mid morning, evening. Since the world has gone back to...

The Power of Choice

Working in the fitness industry, I hear many many excuses on a daily basis. I can’t workout. I can’t come to class. I can’t find time. I can’t because I’m not in good enough shape. I can’t get away from work. I can’t make it to the studio.  On the flip side, I see all...

What Makes Alkalign Unique?

Unlike the aspirational and unsafe workouts we see on all over Instagram, Alkalign is a workout that is accessible to *almost* all and has prioritized safety, effectiveness and function over profit, aesthetics or that latest/greatest “fad” feel.  Alkalign is a workout...

Fitness That Feels Good: Why You Workout Impacts How You Workout

Have you ever thought about why you workout? Some common responses include:  To lose weight To keep weight off To earn or burn what I eat and drink To look a certain way (aka “thin”) These were all the reasons why I started running in 7th grade and continued...

Deep Thoughts by Erin – A New Season, A New Perspective

Dearest Blue Crew, Hope you’ve enjoyed your summer. I was grateful to get away for my first real vacation since my honeymoon 15 years ago. Little did I know when I started a business at the age of 30 that I’d put so much on hold to invest every ounce of my being into...

PURPOSE & PASSION — THE ANTIDOTES TO UNCERTAINTY

Now, more than ever, I appreciate the power of connection. I feel it so deeply when I’m teaching, even with everyone on the other side of a screen. I am thankful to be part of an amazing community and for the opportunity to both teach and learn, to give and to grow. Life is too short to have it any other way. 

The Power of Choice

The Power of Choice

Working in the fitness industry, I hear many many excuses on a daily basis. I can’t workout. I can’t come to class. I can’t find time. I can’t because I’m not in good enough shape. I can’t get away from work. I can’t make it to the studio.  On the flip side, I see all...

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What Makes Alkalign Unique?

What Makes Alkalign Unique?

Unlike the aspirational and unsafe workouts we see on all over Instagram, Alkalign is a workout that is accessible to *almost* all and has prioritized safety, effectiveness and function over profit, aesthetics or that latest/greatest “fad” feel.  Alkalign is a workout...

read more
PURPOSE & PASSION — THE ANTIDOTES TO UNCERTAINTY

PURPOSE & PASSION — THE ANTIDOTES TO UNCERTAINTY

Now, more than ever, I appreciate the power of connection. I feel it so deeply when I’m teaching, even with everyone on the other side of a screen. I am thankful to be part of an amazing community and for the opportunity to both teach and learn, to give and to grow. Life is too short to have it any other way. 

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Erin is an engaging and dynamic presenter. She has been hired by corporations, educational institutions and non-profits to teach classes and facilitate workshops on a wide range of health and wellness topics. Her passion is helping people truly feel better from the inside out in a way that is both safe and sustainable.

Erin is the author of a transformational memoir called It Doesn’t Have to Hurt to Work™. She leads interactive workshops by the same name. Email erin@alkalignstudios.com to inquire about booking. She is available in-person or virtual/online. 

It Doesn't Have to Hurt to Work™

A NEW, 2-week FREE program we are offering to any and all who want to get off the hamster wheel and try something that 1) works and 2) you will enjoy in the process. No more beating yourself up and spiraling the shame drain thinking you have to do more and be more. We embrace a philosophy that it doesn’t have to hurt to work™. The extremes aren’t sustainable. Be kind to yourself. Be kind to your body. Slow, steady and sane wins the race of life. And we are here to help you along the way.