Body Alchemist - What We Do

Pilates and Gyrotonic™ Studio

The bright interior of the Body Alchemist studio helps create a positive atmosphere where all are welcome.

Pilates is a training system that uses specially designed spring resistance-based equipment (pictured at right) or specialized mat exercises to develop core and full body strength. The first emphasis is on building a strong, supported, yet supple spine. Gradually the entire body is challenged to connect into this strength, and the whole body becomes more integrated and stronger as a result.

Core Benefits:

Promotes long, strong muscles
Heightens coordination and balance
Sharpens mental focus
Alleviates poor posture and restores structural integrity through the application of alignment principles
Restores proper body function and integration of all systems: muscular, skeletal, respiratory, circulatory, nervous
Reduces and prevents pain and illness
Heals and rehabilitates through a gentle and methodical approach to the body
Complements and enhances any sport or activity

We offer private and semi-privateGyrotonic™ training for all levels of fitness.

WHAT IS GYROTONIC™?

Gyrotonic training is three-dimensional exercise taught on unique weight and pulley based equipment (pictured at right). Founded by Juliu Horvath, in the principles of yoga, dance, tai chi, and swimming, Gyrotonic training is a series of circular and fluid exercises that works the entire body through muscular, skeletal, and cardiovascular stimulation.

Core Benefits:

Promotes strong, lean muscles
Increases flexibility, coordination, and balance
Enhances joint mobility and articulation
Frees the body of pain and restrictions
Increases circulation of blood, lymphatic fluids, and energy
Strengthens the nervous system
Compliments/supplements physical therapy and other rehabilitative body work
Helps prevents osteoporosis
Helps to slow the aging process through mental and physical stimulation and regeneration

WHAT IS GYROKINESIS ® (mat format)

Gyrokinesis upholds the same principles of Gyrotonic, but does so without the use of equipment. It is similar to a dance or yoga class, as it is taught in a group setting. Like a dance class, flow and rhythm are essential to the curriculum. But unlike a yoga class, there is no position holding or potential for energetic stagnation.

Core Benefits:

Promotes spine and joint articulation and mobilization
Increases muscular contraction, extension, flexibility, and coordination
Increases circulation of blood, lymphatic fluids, and energy
Improves elimination and absorption
Compliments traditional cardiovascular activity and cross-training
Provides a mobile workout that can be easily performed while at home, office, or traveling
Increases body awareness