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11/29/09

Hi Everyone,

Tuesday, December 1st @ 9:30 is opening day for Studio 5 and I couldn’t be more excited!

We have some treats in store that day so let me know if you’re planning to come. Space is limited. Can’t wait to see you there!

We’ll crank it back up on Tuesday, December 3rd @ 9:30 with some fun new body sculpting moves!

Starting Monday December 7th we will start our new schedule of every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday @ 9:30 at Studio 5.

For up-to-date information go to www.HilliardStudioMethod.com .

There will be no class tomorrow (Monday) as I have last minute equipment coming in – but after that – IT IS ON!

Hilliard Studio Method
Studio 5
530 Brandywine Rd
Charlotte, NC 28209

Park Road Shopping Center/ Back Court
Beside JMSD
Phone 704-236-3377

Health Tip: Pump Some Iron
Raise your resting metabolic rate by adding resistance training to your weekly workout routine. This is an essential part of the Hilliard Studio Method. A 12-week Skidmore College study found that exercisers who did a high-intensity total-body resistance routine combined with cardio lost more than twice as much body fat — in particular, more than four times as much belly fat — compared with cardio-only exercisers. The resistance-training group also ate a high-protein diet, while the other group followed a traditional, moderate-protein eating plan. Researchers speculate that the extra fat loss may be due to the stepped-up calorie burn you get from lifting weights and the extra protein.

But I don’t want to bulk up. A common misconception of women is that they will “bulk up” if they do anything but cardio. The truth is that increased muscle mass makes you leaner (muscles burns fat) and while you will see muscle definition, you won’t get any larger because you have burned off the layer of adipose tissue surrounding the muscle. In the Hilliard Studio Method, we stretch right after burning out the muscle, which helps to elongate the muscle and produces more of a ballet dancer look than a body builder one.

Happy Fat Burning!
Liz

The Hilliard Studio Method is a core-centric, Pilates-based workout incorporating light hand weights, intense isometric positions, floor and ballet barre work. This transformational workout elongates the body, improving overall strength, flexibility and posture. Expect to see flatter abdominals, a lifted seat, leaner thighs and greater definition in the arms and back. Hilliard Studio Method is ideal for those wishing to take their fitness to the next level.

*The nutritional information contained herein is based upon information Hilliard Studio Method reasonably believes to be accurate. We are not responsible for any adverse effects related to following this information.

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