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Directors Corner - May 2013
According to the Oxford Dictionary the definition of ‘SOMATIC’ is ‘of the body and not the mind’. However, a recent article from the Metaphilosophy magazine (sent to me by the Senior Lecturer of Academic Studies in Dance at the HK Academy for Performing Arts) critiqued the book ‘Body Consciousness: A Philosophy of Mindfulness and Somaesthetics’ by Richard Shusterman. So how can one be unmindful of one’s body?
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CoreFitnessRoller® - New in Hong Kong
We are excited to announce the the CoreFitnessRoller® is coming to Hong Kong, and the first courses will be hosted at Iso Fit. The foundation and the dance conditioning course will be hosted at Iso Fit on the weekend of the 11/12 May 2013.
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Avoiding Computer Kyphosis
According to Somatic specialist, if your work requires prolonged sitting, you have as much need to stay in shape as an athlete. Your neck needs support from your torso but rounded shoulders and a compressed “computer chest” give the neck nothing to balance on. .....
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Gateway Pilates
Taking your Pilates to the next level with Gateway! Part on-line and part hands on practical, Gateway promises to be a great way to learn and experience Pilates in a fun and pressure free environment and we are certain that some of our clients would be interested in joining a Gateway training series. Not only will it give you a deeper understanding of the work, it will be an invaluable tool to help with your own training, whether at Iso Fit or at home!
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Directors Corner-Oct 2012
Autumn is always a very special time of year. But as the temperature drops and we begin to bundle up, we sometimes ease up on our fitness routines, worry less about upper body and core tone and become a little more sedentary.....
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Streets of Hong Kong - Part 1 - Feet!
A lot of people suffer from aches and pains from dealing with this activity unconsciously throughout the day especially those who are challenged with bad posture, tight muscles, injuries or basically just being unfit. I am writing this article in series which focuses on different areas of the body we can improve to help us with our everyday routine.
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Stretching to New Lengths - Iso Fit Opening in Beijing!!
We are very proud and excited to announce that Iso Fit will be opening a new Studio in Beijing, China! The studio is currently under construction but will be ready soon...
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Charity Pilates Classes at Iso Fit!
We are very proud to announce that one of our wonderful instructors - Ming- has started an initiative to help raise funds for charity through Pilates Classes. ALL proceeds of the classes will to to the Rugando School Building Project...
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Directors Corner-Dec 2011
If it's not Thanksgiving Turkey it's Christmas cocktails and nibbles. Overeating is only a small part of the "Seasonal Sabotage" that targets both sexes...
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Turbo Charging our Mat Classes!
It's true variety is the spice of life! Using props to change the dynamics of your Pilates exercises can make the world of difference. You'll be amazed at how fun, new and challenging your Mat class can be by altering the way an exercise is performed with the addition of simple piece of equipment....
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Iso Fit News - Summer 2011
As usual, a lot has been happening at Iso Fit! Its tough to keep track sometimes, but we always try to keep you up to date, so that you can benefit from everything we have to offer!
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Directors Corner-Aug 2011
The thing about summer is that there’s something about warmer weather that gets us moving. Some of us go to great resorts that entice us to take long walks along the beach and others run around Ocean Park (or its equivalent) with the kids......
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Directors Corner-April 2011
Now that the dust has settled and the HK Conference is over, our Iso folks will be happy to know that the studio is all theirs once again! We much appreciate our Iso Fit clients’ understanding of our need to rearrange the studio and cancel a number of group classes during the conference period...
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Physiotherapy available at Iso Fit!
Iso Fit is pleased to announce that a new Pilates trained physiotherapist will be joining our team, starting the 4th of May. Pilates is an effective method of movement re-education and rehabilitation and can be beneficial at all stages of an injury or for chronic conditions, so make sure to take adv...
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Strong Bones:Yours to Keep
Human beings are able to stand upright due to the ability of our skeletons to support our weight. Moshe Feldenkrais used to say that the function of the skeleton is to cancel gravitational force and facilitate movement. Awakening and strengthening the bones can be as simple as.......
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Directors Corner
I can't believe that another year has flashed by and we are full swing into the Holidays again! When we think of Christmas and the holiday Season we think of canapés, cocktail parties and turkey and the most popular resolutions for the New Year are those involving weight loss and getting back into shape for the coming year...
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New Equipment at Iso Fit
Iso Fit has just installed the latest version of the Gyrotonic Pulley Tower - The Cobra Elite! Come down to Iso Fit and take it for a spin!
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The Sunday Stretch!
Iso Fit's Sunday workout that's wonderful on the wallet. Ever wondered what Pilates and Gyrotonic exercise are all about? Now you have a chance to see for yourself first hand!
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Breathe from your Heels and Live to be 800yrs Old!
During the Summer our thoughts generally turn to beaches, the French countryside, the seashore and other resort areas as we plan our vacations which also means that we oftentimes make the time to stop and take a breath of fresh air....
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Guest Teacher - Claudia Tudose!
Guest Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis Instructor Clauia Tudose will be teaching classes at Iso Fit from the beginning of September to the End of November 2010...
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Iso Fit Open Night Party!
Iso Fit hosted an open night on July 8th 2010 to show off the new studio - a great time was had by all!
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Iso Fit Open Night
Iso Fit will be hosting an Open Night to show off the new studio - everybody is welcome to come and have a tour and ask our expert instructors any questions they may have.
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A New Iso Fit for a New You
Keeping pace with change while maintaining a constant commitment to professional excellence,has always been an integral part of the Iso Fit mission. After 10 great years in California Tower , Lan Kwai Fong, Iso Fit is relocating to new premises end June 2010.
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Bridging
Spring is the bridge between winter and summer and is a great time for putting your best foot forward and taking long walks on the beach. Walking is one of our most underestimated forms of getting from place to place and alignment (as we walk)is never at the top of our list of things to be aware of.
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Pilates Discovery - Readers Digest 1934!
Our friends from Polestar Pilates UK discovered this very interesting interview/article about Joseph Pilates......in Readers Digest 1934!
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New Training Options at Iso Fit
Starting 1st January 2010, Iso Fit has added a number of new training options for our clients...
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Iso Fit Online - New Website and Facebook
Iso Fit has launched its new website. It is a much more dynamic website and will have all the latest news of what is going on at Iso Fit, so be sure to keep checking it, in case you miss our latest promotion! Iso Fit has also launched its new Facebook page...
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Exclusive in Asia - Iso Fit introduces new equipment
Iso Fit prides itself on being the best equipped studio in town. With this in mind, we have recently added two new pieces of unique Gyrotonic equipment - the new Archway and the new Jumping Stretching board.
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Meet our New Instructors
Always on the lookout at for talented, qualified and experienced staff, Iso Fit unearthed a couple of gems that could be training you in the near future.
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