Commitment phobic? Single and ready to mingle? I might just be your gal. Keep your busy bee, globe trotting, free bird tendencies and still get in a personalized kick ass work out anytime, anywhere. This won’t be just any ole’ chit chat date, but a Virtual Pilates date via Skype. Intrigued? I thought so…
Up until now mani/pedi girly dates or the run of the mill wine-n-dine one night stand have ruled the dating scene. Amounting to not much more than gossip, empty pockets and lonely souls. We have to love ourselves before we can love others, so why not go on a date that focuses on improving your mind and body? Pilates is the mind/body method and I’m your virtual date!
So what exactly is a Virtual Pilates date? A one on one Pilates session taught to you by me through the magic of web cams and Skype. A lot like video conferencing, but way more fun and active. You and me face to face, body to body for an hour long session.
I’ll personally take you through a core toning, body sculpting and lengthening workout designed for your unique mind and body’s needs. We’ll power through traditional Pilates mat with the addition of Fletcher Floor technique. Props like the magic circle, foam roller, and therabands can be incorporated for added variety and intensity. Whether you’re a complete newbie to Pilates, pre or post natal, or a professional athlete, I will tailor each session to your ability and personal fitness goals.
How It Works: We agree on a date time and meet on Skype. I’ll have a web cam set up so you can see my demonstrations clearly and interact with me and you’ll have the same.
Why Virtual Dates Rule: Commitment and follow through are the hardest aspects of reaching your fitness goals. It’s too easy to forgo the gym because of hectic schedules or lack of motivation. When you set a date you commit to at least one hour for your body. A lot of times we need that simple commitment and trainer to hold us accountable and push us to the next level. The best part is you can practice wherever you have a solid internet connection!
See above…an at home workout with horrible form. We can fix that!
So here’s the kicker… To launch my Virtual Pilates dating service I’m offering 10 free Virtual Pilates dates to EpicSelf readers. Just fill out the simple interest form to enter. Two weeks from today I’ll announce the winners!
Are you interested? I’d love to hear your feedback on my spanking new service in the comments.
{ 10 comments… read them below or add one }
GREAT idea, Amber!
I’m totally signing up right now. Can’t pass up the opportunity for a date (online and workout-focused though it may be) with a cute girl
What are you gonna do if people actually start undressing?
@Colin- thanks man. You always have my back. Looking forward to kicking your butt and showing you the mind/body power of pilates.
@Alex- shame shame on you! haha…I’ll be gathering background information before jumping into privates with people. Besides…who would do that?! pretty ballsy!
What a brilliant idea Amber! You better watch it before this idea teally takes off and you’re doing individual/group sessions all day.
Somehow I think I’d would be rather amusing to be able to watch you kick Colin’s butt.
Indeed it’s very hard to actually follow through with training. I wonder, in your regular (real world) classes, how do you keep people comming back for more? How do you keep them motivated? That was a constant struggle when I was working as an exercise therapist, so any pointers are welcome.
thanks so much Christian. I’ve been sitting on this idea for about 9 months now and just didn’t know how to start. Traveling didn’t help! I know I will soon be super busy, but you’ll see soon what more I have up my sleeve.
As for Colin and I, we’ll have to record our session so you all can have a good laugh.
As for retaining clients and staying motivated….I focus on value. Provide the client with what they want and need. The beauty of pilates is that the method does the work for me. Within the first session you become more aware of your body, find new muscle groups you never knew existed and start to delve into the depths of your body. Of course teaching is a complete art and getting your client to feel what you want them to feel in the correct way is my challenge. You’ve got to vary the work and find new ways to teach the client how to dig deeper into their body awareness. Each person’s body has it’s unique limitations, strengthens and weaknesses. My job is to align and strengthen their entire body so it functions with minimal effort, wear and tear.
Bottom line….provide value that a client can feel and see!
As for on going motivation…I’m writing a post on it right now!
Thanks for your continued support! And I hope you entered the contest
YAY! so excited about this and so proud of you for getting this out so quickly.. you rock! i’m pumped for Saturday.
ps – i feel the best sore every today. and i swear my arms already look more defined. is that possible?!
@Amber- I’m excited for our next private session as well! Glad you are sore and we’ll dig deeper even more next time.
I really love the idea of a virtual lesson. I do LOVE my studio but this way I can do Pilates anywhere? Worth it.
Wow! what a great idea and it’s completely motivating. I really have to mix up my workouts or boredom sets in and then workouts decline. I just have to share an extremely motivational video clip I just came across about an 80 yr old man that ran a TRIATHLON on his birthday. Amazing, I’ll never complain about jogging for a hour again! Here’s a link to Mr. Jimmy’s BDay Challenge:
http://bit.ly/dlEnTh
Betty- yes I think variety is the easiest way to stick to your fitness goals. Thanks for the great video…quite inspirational!
{ 7 trackbacks }