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Dear Students and Friends,

Thank you to all those who entered the giveaway prizes for last month celebrating the 10 year business anniversary!

Many therabands were gifted and a few fortunate students received a private Yamuna® Body Rolling session.

A ball was had by all! Pun intended.😉

To continue the festive spirit, there are some recipes below to celebrate and to keep you cool in the hottest time of summer!

Cheers,

Shannon

Homemade Lemonade

Photo Lemonade by Charity Beth Long on Unsplash.jpg

Stay cool with this recipe made with real lemons. No artificial sugar or ingredients. Enjoy some real lemonade.

Mint Chocolate Chip “Nice” Cream

Nice cream is a healthy, dairy-free ice cream option. Made with real ingredients, you can enjoy a delicious indulgence guilt-free.

10 Year Anniversary!

Dear Friends,

Celebrating 10 years!

It’s hard to believe but it’s been 10 years since starting the studio, on July 29, 2016.

Of course, a lot has changed over the years.

Including moving the business online.

But one thing that has remained constant is you!

Thank you so much for your loyalty and dedication. Not just to Pilates,Yamuna, or me, but to yourself.

By investing in your health, you can better bring your gifts and presence to the world –

Blessing all those around you.

So thank you!

Wishing you the very best!

Cheers,

Shannon

Important News about Yamuna

Dear Students and Friends,

I am sorry to share that Yamuna Zake has passed away.

It was announced last week that she had been diagnosed with a rare cancer late last year. It progressed quickly and she was in her final days.

She passed on May 29, 2026.

Her daughter Yael wrote that “She was surrounded by the sea and love in Ibiza, exactly how she wanted it.”

Yamuna has touched all of our lives.

She leaves a legacy that continues to bless all of us.

In Yamuna’s honor, a colleague is holding a Candlelight Vigil Roll, Friday, 9-10am ET or receive the recording to roll when you like.🕯

Candlelight Vigil Roll

There is no cost and all you need is 1 Yamuna ball.

Angelina will be guiding you through some of Yamuna’s most paramount work for the body, so we can release and align together in Yamuna’s honor.

For more details, please email angelinarolling@gmail.com.

Whether you make the class or not, the best way we can honor Yamuna is by “staying on the ball”.

With Love,

Shannon

Happy Pilates Day!

Hi Friends,

I’m sending the newsletter a little early this month because I wanted to let you know about a special opportunity.

For Pilates Day, the Pilates Method Alliance is holding a free worldwide online class:

Saturday, May 2

7:30am AM CDT

It will be taught by members of the Board of Directors.

The class will be 75 minutes. No props required. All levels welcome.

You can register below.

Whether you can join for class or not, I hope you keep moving in ways that make you joyful!

Wishing you a Happy Pilates Day!

Cheers to your health,

Shannon

Get in shape for summer

With summer just a few months away, here are a couple of articles that can help you get in shape.

The first article is on how to do a “Body Audit” so you can assess where it’s best to focus your efforts.

The next article gives some helpful anatomy to better understand the arm muscles so you can be ready for a “Sleeveless Summer”.

Cheers to your health,

Shannon

Body Audit – How to maximize your workouts

The four categories you should aim for in your workouts. Plus a bonus one. And tips how to maximize each one. From cardio to posture, get your well-rounded workout here.

Sleeveless Summer

Though the biceps get a lot of attention, they actually are not the strongest flexor of the arm.

To find out what muscle is, read the full story here.

Sitting is the new smoking

Getting creative and finding simple ways to get more movement in your daily life can make a huge impact.

In the past few years, you may have heard the saying that “sitting is the new smoking”.

The numbers are staggering. Depending on the report, the US ranks between 29-49 in terms of life expectancy. Low for a high-income nation, especially considering how much is spent on healthcare.

What studies have found is that it’s not food or vitamins or soil depletion that are the culprit.

It’s a sedentary lifestyle.

Even a little bit of daily movement makes a big difference.

Places in Europe or New York where people have to walk 15-30 minutes a day to catch a subway – the numbers drastically improve for longevity.

To give you ideas of simple ways you can get more daily activity, here is a short (under 3 minute and 30 seconds) TED Talk. It’s by an executive who found a creative way to fit 20-30 miles of walking a week into her busy schedule.

Hope this inspires you to move and think outside the box!

Cheers to your health,

Shannon

A Pilates Love Story!❤️

For the February Newsletter, I want to share a special Valentine’s edition. It’s the love story of Joseph and Clara Pilates. I wrote about it a few years ago. If you haven’t heard the story, you are in for a treat.

Read about Joseph and Clara Pilates love story here. You’ll also find an archival black and white video of Joe and Clara at home working out on the equipment he invented.

With Love,

Shannon

A Question for You

Hope you had wonderful Holidays!

During this season of New Year’s Resolutions, I have a question for you.

What would you like to see in the Newsletter in 2026?

-Is there a topic related to health, wellness and fitness you would love to learn more about?

-A goal you are working toward?

-Or something you wonder “why no one ever talks about this and more people need to know this?”

I welcome your thoughts and ideas.

Please leave a comment below and let me know.

Thank you for reading the Newsletter!

Wising you a Healthy, Happy, and Prosperous 2026!

Hugs,

Shannon

Merry Christmas!

May your days be filled with peace, hope, and joy this holiday season.

As always, thank you for your business, loyalty, and support.

But most of all thank you for your unique presence.

By taking care of yourself though your practice, you can be your best for those you love and for your community.

Wishing you and your loved ones many special moments together this Holiday and beyond.

Sincerely,

Shannon

Happy Thanksgiving!

“You have turned for me my mourning into dancing;

you have loosed my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness…”

Psalm 30:11

The above quote keeps popping up in different places.

I wanted to share the encouraging thought.

I hope you are bursting with joy and gratitude.

But if that is not the case, that is ok.

I want to cheer you with the thought that gladness is on the way.

You have so much to be thankful for – you won’t be able to keep it all in!

You will have to get up and move! And even dance again.

I hope you enjoy many moments this Holiday that are filled with gratitude.

I am so thankful for you – your time, your trust and your kindness.

Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving!

Warmly,

Shannon