Bodies are different. We all get that, and we all try very hard to remember that different appearance doesn’t equate to different ability. And yet, I got a very happy, “Ah-hah!” moment lesson that truly impressed that slogan onto my heart and mind: Don’t Judge. You Don’t Know. Everyone Will Surprise You. Do Your Own… Read More >
Suzy McElrath is a busy woman. She’s a graduate student at the University of Minnesota; an avid runner, skier, and Pilates champ; a budding cartographer; and even student editor for a recent book. In her time at Six Degrees, Suzy has learned more about inhabiting her body and combining what sometimes feel like contradictions—the relaxation… Read More >
This fun and innovative class demonstrates all the wonderful things you can do for your own body with one simple tool: the Foam Roller. Students learn different massage techniques to reduce tight muscles, body tension, and increase blood flow, as well as experience Pilates exercises that bring decompression, core strength, and stability throughout the body…. Read More >
In July, the New York Times ran an article called “Spinal Trap,” in which the author reviewed various medical approaches to back pain. Doctors reported that available data showed that not only did cortisone injections fail to treat lower back pain in the long run, it might be exacerbating the problem. Since most adults develop… Read More >
Heather Runman is a force of nature. Her distinctive, encouraging voice and broad smile carry through the studio as she leads students through barre classes that are at once incredibly hard and incredibly fun. The challenge she presents and the individual care she takes with each student—as well as the superfun soundtracks and occasional costumes—make… Read More >