All posts by Letta Page

I am an editor, copy writer, blogger, and jargon-slayer. I am also the associate editor and producer of The Society Pages and the former managing editor of Contexts magazine. I have over a decade of experience in academic editing across a range of disciplines, and I am a copy writer for a number of ad agencies, private clients, and---a personal favorite---Minneapolis-based comedy label Stand Up! Records. I hold degrees in history and classical studies from Boston University and an art degree from the University of Minnesota.

Pilates and Ability

Joseph Pilates developed his practice—“controlology”—as a rehabilitative workout meant to help those disabled by war and disease gain muscle strength and freedom of movement without even needing to leave a hospital bed. That is, what some now dismiss as nothing more than a chance to show off your latest Lululemons was originally physical therapy. And… Read More >



Asana Stretch Class: A Student’s Perspective

I don’t quite know what made me first sign up for a Asana Stretch Class. It might have been seeing the candlelit room from outside on a cold evening. Or maybe it was hearing another student refer to it as “delicious.” However I got there the first time, I keep coming back. When I go… Read More >


Happy Birthday to Us! Presents for You!

This October marks our studio’s 10th birthday. Instead of cake, we’re extending prana to our community with an incredible 10th month, 10th year, 10 days of health deal. Sure, October is usually when we start getting out the coats here in Minnesota, maybe even turning on the heat or lighting a fire in the evenings…. Read More >


Member Spotlight: Joan Growe

Talk about “fitspiration”! Joan Growe has been a part of the studio’s community since the very beginning, having taken up Pilates after her retirement. She’d heard that it was a good workout and would be a whole-body transition from her previous love of running. Not only that, Pilates would complement her other activities, including tennis,… Read More >


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