Why Every Runner Should Be Doing Pilates!

As some of you know I am running my first Half Marathon in July! Let’s just say running and I haven’t always had the best relationship… I was the kid who faked sick the day we had to run the mile in gym class. I just never thought it was something that I could enjoy. Today I happily admit that I was wrong. I have been training for the last 9 weeks and now actually look forward to my runs. Wha?!? In my teaching career I have worked with a lot of runners so know how…

4 tips to get the most out of your group fitness experience!

A common question I get from new clients is, “What class should I take if I have never been to your studio before?” At Flex Studios we completely understand wanting to get the full benefit of a group fitness class when you are not an expert on they type of class or maybe not the most body aware in general. Here we have structured all of our programs to have a small class size. This allows the instructor to be able to see every person/body in the room and give hands on adjustments. At FLEX we are…

FLEX Studios on Well + Good!

Get ready NOHO…here we come!! Just case you missed us on Well + Good last week, we officially announced we are expanding to a second location in NOHO featuring our custom FlexFormer!! Click here for the full article!

Our FLEXformer is the “Next Big Thing in Pilates” according to SELF Magazine!

SELF magazine recently tried a FlexPilates class on our new FLEXformers! Here’s what they had to say… “We tried the studio’s revamped Pilates class, and a workout on the hybrid machine is fast-paced and intense… The FLEXformer is another example of how we can continue to innovate and evolve our workouts.” Read the full article here!

FLEX named one of Greatist’s 28 Most Innovative Gyms in America!

Check out our new FLEXformers out on Greatist’s list of Most Innovative Gyms in America, highlighting our one of a kind hybrid reformer/chair workout!

The Annual Flex Donation tree is back!

We are so proud to be partnering for the second year with the WIN Foundation to help provide presents for children in need. Since 1983 WIN has been helping homeless New York City women and their children transform their lives through a progressive and holistic approach that doesn’t simply provide a hand out, but a way out. Starting Saturday, Nov. 29th stop by the lobby here at FLEX to grab a gift tag with the name and desired gift for a child in need. Kindly return the wrapped gift and gift tag attached by December 19!…

This year we want to GIVE BACK!!

Hi FLEXers, We are so thankful for the amazing community of instructors, colleagues, and especially clients/friends here @ FLEX!!! We want to GIVE BACK some of that love this season by initiating a social media campaign encouraging people to take the time to “GIVE BACK.” And we’ve got two awesome ways you can contribute!! Here’s how… Take a photo of your BACK (thank yourself for pushing through all those lat pulls last couple weeks) post the photo on your social media outlet of choice. Tag #giveback and @GIVE_BACK2014. When you post feel free to tag friends and family members…

Check Jackie out on Refinery 29

Here at Flex music is such an important part of what we do, it makes the energy of the class and carries you through! Check out my thoughts on music and some of my fav playlist picks featured this week on Refinery 29. XoXo – Jackie The right music can make or break your workout. That’s why we tapped some of the best instructors, trainers, and DJs to curate the perfect soundtrack for every session. This Week: Jackie Dragone of Flex Studios in NYC As any person dripping sweat in the middle of a…

Clean Beauty Products from Claire!

I’ve been an athlete my whole life and used to think I was pretty “healthy.” But when I went to college my diet and lifestyle went off track without the structure that competitive swimming provided. Once I gained my Freshman 20+ pounds, I started crash diets with zero success. Flash-forward to now: I’m the “lightest” I’ve been in years (physically and mentally) and I’ve connected to my body again. Like truly connected as in I listen to my body and what it wants. It’s a beautiful thing really, and I can’t believe how many years I…

Flex Featured on Glamour.com!

Director of FlexPilates, Jenn Seracuse shares the 10 Best (no equipment necessary) Pilates Moves for Fat Abs with Glamour.com! Do these moves if you are enjoying the last weeks of summer away from the studio, so you are ready to jump back on the reformer after Labor Day!

Why Every Runner Should Be Doing Pilates!

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