by Cathy Purnell | Sep 10, 2018 | Community, Fitness & Exercise, Motivation
In 2012 I ran my 7th marathon: Boston. As I crossed the finish line, feeling grateful and delighted to be done, I had the usual aches associated with pounding the pavement for 26.2 miles, but I had a new sensation that ran from the outside of my left hip to the...
by Erin Paruszewski | Sep 5, 2018 | Community, Fitness & Exercise, Motivation, Nourish, Nutrition
People often ask about how I made the transition from my corporate jobs in investment banking and product development to health and wellness. The truth is, my journey to wellness has been gradual, and it has taken most of my life. As a teenager, I had...
by Marlene | Aug 27, 2018 | Community, Fitness & Exercise, Motivation
I met Erin Paruszewski at Alkalign a while back and took her up on her offer of a week of classes. I’ve never done a fitness or pilates/barre/yoga class before, but this year has been one of self-improvement, so it came at the right time. I couldn’t have known how...
by Andrea Fox | May 17, 2018 | Community, Fitness & Exercise
You don’t need to know this. I’m not even sure I want to tell you. But I think it’s important. For the past 4 years, I have been on a major self-discovery journey. It sounds nice, but truly it has been the hardest 4 years of my life. I did not...
by Erin Paruszewski | Mar 24, 2018 | Community, Fitness & Exercise
I am so proud to celebrate our 3rd Alk-iversary! It has been amazing to watch this company grow the past few years. From an idea in its infancy to four thriving studios, we have created something special at Alkalign. It’s more than a studio. It’s more than a workout....
by Pauline Goloubef | Mar 17, 2018 | Community, Nourish, Nutrition
What do you do with overripe bananas? You can freeze them (but peel first; I learned that the hard way) and use them at a later date. Or why not bake today? Currently, my favorite thing to share is banana muffins from Bakerita.com. This recipe includes dark...