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Holiday Stretch Guide

Ring Reforms Pilate's Tips for Destressing during the Holidays

Meet Lindsay, a California native, who has found her heart in Texas. After years of leading group fitness classes during her career in health and wellness, she turned her lifelong passion into a thriving new business with her boutique studio, Ring Reforms Pilates. Lindsay's journey to entrepreneurship is fueled by her love of movement and wellness, which she now shares with clients through the art of Pilates.  

At Ring Reforms Pilates, Lindsay teaches private and small group classes, focusing on muscle lengthening, strengthening, and functional movement. Her approach is holistic, emphasizing the long-term benefits of Pilates for both body and mind. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned fitness enthusiast, Lindsay’s personalized sessions ensure each client feels well informed, empowered, and supported on their wellness journey—no matter their fitness level or possible physical limitations.  

"I love that Pilates is a full-body system incorporating the mind-body connection," Lindsay explains. "Learning the how, what, and why of our movements enables us to be completely present in the moment, as we gently control movements to lengthen and tone for optimal health and flexibility." Her passion for health and wellness is contagious, inspiring her clients to achieve their goals.  

Now living her dream with her young family in Texas, Lindsay is proud to offer a space where her new community can experience the transformative power of Pilates, improving not only their physical strength but also their overall quality of life.  

Holiday Destressing Tips from Lindsay  

With the holiday season in full swing, stress can easily creep in. Taking just a few minutes each day to stretch and move can release a great deal of tension. Lindsey recommends the following three Pilates poses to help bring a sense of calm. 

Pigeon Pose: Begin in a deep runner's lunge. Bending the front knee, ease onto the floor with the back leg still behind the body. Bending the front knee, rotating the foot inward to a 90-degree angle. Lift the chest high, sit upright, and if comfortable, gently lean forward over the bent leg to deepen the stretch. Hold for 30 seconds to a minute, leaning into the stretch gently. Repeat on the other side.  

Bridge Pose: Lie flat on your back with your legs extended and arms by your side. Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, hip width apart. Press your palms and shoulders into the ground, then press through both heels, lifting the hips high Squeeze your glutes at the top and hold for a few seconds before lowering your hips back down. Repeat several times. 

Side Bend: Stand tall with feet shoulder width apart. Place both arms straight overhead, clasping the palms. Gently bend to one side until tension builds on the outside of the ribs and torso of the side body. Ease into the stretch and then, using the core muscles, return to center. Repeat that motion, slowly alternating sides as many times as needed.  

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