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Got up at 4 a.m.
Stood in line at the Managua airport for an hour.
Ran barefoot to my gate while my bag was about to be removed.
Arrived in Miami, FL.
Took a Super Shuttle to Diagnostic Center For Women.
Had my first breast ultrasound and mammogram ever.
(Everything looks “fine”, they can feel the bump, can’t see it on tests, so they say it could be an internal pimple or an inflamed cartilage tissue)
Walked with my suitcase to a Winn-Dixie on the corner for a banana and a ricotta & spinach pastelito.
Rode the Metrobus to the South Miami Metrorail station.
Rode the Metrorail to Downtown Miami.
Walked three blocks to my sister’s apartment.
Took my car and drove almost an hour to the City of Doral, FL.
Took a Boss Chick Dance Workout class.
From there went to Publix.
Made it “home”.
One more run: Don Glotón Food Truck to satisfy my sister’s Venezuelan food cravings.
Now in bed.
How was your day?
As you can see, mine was EPIC.
Laura
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Have you ever tried Pilates?
I am not the athletic type, nor the most disciplined fitness fan, but I have tried everything from The Boss Chick Dance Workout, Burlesque workshops, Jane Fonda-type aerobic classes and excruciating boot camps. I know what I enjoy and what works for me and my body. That’s why I got very excited when I received an invitation from The Blogger Union for a workout at PilatesProWorks Miami.
The Blogger Union members at Pilates ProWorks Miami
Pilates ProWorks is a fitness concept centered on the fundamentals of classical Pilates with a modern, innovative twist. Pilates ProWorks currently has 15 locations around the United States and South America. Miami’s the twelfth location in the US and the first one on the East Coast, located in charming Coral Gables, FL. To pair with the excitement of attending my first workout as a blogger, I found metered parking right in front of the studio!
Summer Christensen, PPW Miami Studio Owner
Our host and instructor was Summer Christensen, owner of Pilates ProWorksMiami. Summer, 37, first became part of the Pilates ProWorks family in 2010 when she helped open the first studio in San Francisco. “After teaching at the first Pilates ProWorks in San Francisco, I knew it was something I wanted to be a part of. Oscar, the Pilates ProWorks Founder and my business partner, built a company that truly values, and creates growth opportunities, for its people. I have the benefit of his years of experience, a solid business model and the wonderful Opening Training Team that he put together. Now I have my own studio and Oscar as a mentor and friend. Being a business owner has been a dream of mine for years. This endeavor has been six years in the making and is a true labor of love, hard work and perseverance.” said Summer, during a candid interview for our blog.
After taking us around the modern and welcoming facilities, it was time for these Princesses of the Blogosphere to hop on our carriages! Yes, forget those Pilates Reformer machines that looked like torture devices, PilatesProWorks uses a very comfortable custom machinery called FitFormer™ for a challenging 55-minute workout “ride” that develops strength and flexibility to the sound of an energizing playlist! It definitely got my heart racing and took my breath away!
Summer aims to inspire clients to discover their inner strength by pushing themselves physically. And she practices what she preaches: Pilates ProWorks Miami and her baby boy are only five months apart.
How does she handle being a mom, and entrepreneur, teaching two consecutive classes some days, and everything else in her life?
Summer: “Everyone said we were crazy to open Pilates ProWorks Miami, have a baby and move cross country when I was 9 months pregnant. My two “babies” are five months apart but I wouldn’t change a thing. I am lucky enough to have a loving ‘village’ of family and friends who believe in me. I couldn’t do it without their help and support. Colin, my husband, works at night so he gets to spend most days with our son, Von. My mom recently retired and she is thrilled to be able to spend so much time with her grandson. Most of my girlfriends’ had children before me so they are a fountain of information, advice and empathy. I am excited to be on this adventure and look forward to seeing my babies grow and thrive.”
One last tip for thirty-somethings?
Summer: “One of the most important things I can do to keep myself sane, is to exercise. Carving that time out of my day, to take care of me, is vital. It gives me a chance to reset my brain, reconnect with my body and consciously breathe. It makes me a better owner, instructor, wife and mom. I come back stronger, more flexible and patient and better able to handle whatever life throws at me.”
Thank you, Summer!
Your Hard Core fan,
Laura
About Summer:
A third generation Miami native, Summer is thrilled to bring Pilates ProWorks to her hometown. As a former dancer, Summer has been in the fitness industry for six years. She has been teaching Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga since 2009 and Pilates since 2010. Pilates ProWorks combines her passion for a healthy and active lifestyle with a fulfilling career.
Photo credits:
Summer Christensen’s: Tommy Hernandez
Bloggers’: Paola Méndez
I love helping brands that want to connect with our community!
Attention Miami:
Telemundo is looking for Spanish-speaking women over 35 with compelling stories of why they need/deserve a makeover. Are they single moms? Are they always putting themselves last? Are they hard working and need a little help to feel empowered? Hair is key for these segments, so please include what hair conditions they currently have. Whomever is selected must be willing to travel to Los Angeles, CA in October (more details will follow). Please contact me or email directly at: katherine.Soffia@nbcuni.com and/or lissette.Mejia@nbcuni.com
Thank you for your attention and please feel free to pass on!
Your fan,
Laura
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¡Me encanta ayudar a las marcas que quieren conectar con nuestra comunidad!
Atención Miami:
Telemundo está buscando a mujeres mayores de 35 años que hablen español con historias convincentes de por qué necesitan/merecen un cambio de imagen. ¿Son madres solteras? ¿Se dan siempre el último lugar? ¿Están trabajando muy duro y necesitan un poco de ayuda para sentirse empoderada? El cabello es clave para estos segmentos, así que por favor incluyan la condición actual de su cabello. La aplicante seleccionada debe estar dispuesta a viajar a Los Ángeles, California, en octubre (más detalles próximamente). Por favor contáctenme o escriban directamente a: katherine.soffia@nbcuni.com y / o lissette.mejia@nbcuni.com
¡Gracias por su atención y por favor siéntanse libre de compartir esta invitación!
Su admiradora,
Laura
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