by Erin Paruszewski | Mar 31, 2025 | Build
Pilates Reformer vs. Hypertrophy Training Not all strength training is created equal. Barre is different from weight training; weight training is different from Megaformer machine-based Pilates. Spoiler alert: any movement is better than no movement. I am sharing this...
by Erin Paruszewski | Mar 21, 2025 | Build, Fitness, Fitness & Exercise
Lifting weights is life-changing, but many resist this change. Do any of these resonate with you? What would you add and are you ready to change your mind? 1) Fear of Bulking Up Many worry they’ll get too muscular, but strength training enhances definition without...
by Erin Paruszewski | Feb 4, 2025 | Build, Fitness, Fitness & Exercise, Longevity, Mental Health, Motivation, Myth-Busting
WARNING! This may be controversial. Why can’t a walk be a walk anymore? If you follow fitness trends, you know that weighted vests are all the rage. They are touted as improving bone density, increasing cardiovascular intensity, and building strength. While this...
by Marlene | Dec 30, 2024 | Build, Community, Fitness, Fitness & Exercise, Motivation, Myth-Busting
New Year’s Resolutions rarely work. Because of this failing trend, the US and many other countries have declared the second Friday in January “Quitter’s Day.” I don’t know about you, but I don’t like that term at all. It makes me...
by Erin Paruszewski | Aug 20, 2024 | Build, _topblog
Originally published in the Los Altos Town Crier on August 20, 2024 Menopause has historically been a taboo and often misunderstood topic. Although all women go through menopause, very few resources have been dedicated to research, education or treatment until now....
by Emmanuelle H | Jul 12, 2024 | Build, Fitness, Fitness & Exercise, Healthspan, Motivation, _topblog
Much the same way a Barre or Pilates class adds light weights to help build strength, Alkalign’s original Align class utilizes light weights to strengthen the arms and shoulders, often while also working other areas of the body, such as quads or glutes. This is a...
