In a world where busy schedules often crowd out self-care, two local women are
redefining what it means to invest in your health and wellness. Sharon Varianno
manages a wellness facility (Restore Hyper Wellness); Maria Losito built her own studio
from the ground up (The Body Reflex). Together, they’re helping clients see well-being
not as a luxury, but as a long-term commitment. Their work proves that prioritizing
health isn’t indulgent - it’s one of the smartest investments you can make.
SHARON VARIANNO
From an early age, Sharon has been drawn to the world of health and fitness, cultivating
a lifelong commitment to well-being. Sharon began her career as a trainer and exercise
instructor, guiding others toward stronger bodies and healthier lifestyles. But it was her
own personal health challenges that deepened her perspective, leading her to explore a
range of alternative healing modalities.
During her corporate career, Sharon became the trusted voice colleagues turned to for
thoughtful, informed guidance on health and wellness. Before relocating to Connecticut,
she managed an acupuncture and chiropractic practice, where she thrived in a client-
facing environment. Being closely involved in her clients’ healing journeys was not just
professionally rewarding — it was deeply personal.
When asked what advice she offers women, Sharon’s response is both practical and
powerful: “Put your oxygen mask on first. If you don’t allow yourself the self-care you
need — physically, mentally, and spiritually — you won’t be able to fully support the
people you love.”
At the heart of Sharon’s work is a genuine curiosity about people and an authentic
desire to see them thrive. What brings her greatest satisfaction is sharing knowledge in
a way that empowers others — contributing, even in small ways, to their overall well-
being.
Sharon’s Restore Hyper Wellness offers personalized, science-backed therapies to
improve your health.
MARIA LOSITO
What inspired Maria to open her own studio was a desire to serve those who often feel
overlooked in traditional fitness spaces. She envisioned a welcoming, personalized
environment for clients who may feel intimidated by large gyms or bustling Pilates
studios. At The Body Reflex, Maria created a space where it’s not just about exercise.
It’s about intelligent movement and building a strong, supportive community.
Wellness has always been foundational in Maria’s life. Raised in a home centered on
nutritious, home-cooked meals, she learned early the power of healthy habits.
Competitive running from high school through her thirties deepened her appreciation for
movement — not only for physical strength but for mental clarity and resilience.
“As women, we often prioritize others before ourselves. I encourage clients to think of
their health as an investment: the more strength, mobility, and care we build now, the
greater our vitality over time. Pilates, as a form of resistance and weight-bearing
exercise, plays a critical role in aging well,” says Maria.
The Body Reflex is distinguished by its purpose-driven approach to personalized, highly
specialized fitness for clients in midlife and beyond. Through small, supportive classes
and expert guidance — including post-rehabilitation, cancer exercise support, and golf
performance training — the studio fosters both measurable results and a genuine sense
of community.
“If you don’t allow yourself the self-care you need — physically, mentally, and spiritually
— you won’t be able to fully support the people you love
“I encourage clients to think of their health as an investment: the more strength, mobility,
care we build now, the greater our vitality over time.”