Lisa Day Harvey Pilates & Yoga

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Lisa Day Harvey Pilates & Yoga

Pilates, yoga & pain free fitness - specializing in working with chronic pain and injuries

Specializing in working with chronic pain and injuries, as well as with beginners and those wanting to modify their practice, I offer personalized Forrest yoga & Pilates classes & private sessions to build strength & relieve the stress of modern life.

11/20/2022

My beautiful models 🥰😍

Thank you for spending your Sunday morning doing Pilates (while being photographed) with me!!

Can’t wait to see the pictures! 🤩📸

Not pictured - the magical Wild Eyed Photography team who agreed to take on something new for me ❤️

11/11/2022

2 YEARS!

That’s how long it took for me to finally FEEL myself pulling my shoulders up towards my ears.

2 years of (extremely patient) yoga teachers whispering “relax your shoulders” and gently tapping on them before I actually felt myself doing it and could correct myself.

The light bulb of awareness went off. . . and then I began realizing how often I did that in the rest of my life.

ALL. OF. THE. TIME.

I lived like that.
- At my desk.
- Driving to work
- Checking my phone.

I also had headaches. ALL. OF. THE. TIME.

It was a way of life. Another week, another headache. That’s how it had been since a car accident at age 19.

It took 10+ years of pain and 2 years of a consistent yoga practice to realize that - without meaning to. . .

I WAS MAKING THINGS WORSE.

I was so unaware of my own habits and posture that I didn’t realize how much extra strain I was creating.

No wonder my neck hurt. No wonder my shoulders were always stiff. . .They never got a break.

It took a handful of amazing teachers shining light on my (massive) blind spot. . . many times a week for 2 years until it finally sank in.

I now have a headache about twice a year (usually following a night of one too many glasses of wine with my besties 🍷🥂). . . versus several times a week.

- I no longer carry Advil in my purse.
- I no longer NEED weekly massages.

THAT'S THE POWER OF A GREAT TEACHER

It’s not just the exercises or the accountability.
It’s the magic that lies in the small details that have the power to change everything.

It’s being seen and being shown another way to move and live.

A great teacher empowers YOU to be your own expert.
So that:
- You don't need someone else to "fix" you.
- You are confident and capable of healing yourself - and maintaining your gains over time.

My life changed because of the power of a great teacher.

I want that for you too.

I'VE GOT SOMETHING BIG COMING TO ANNOUNCE LATER THIS MONTH!

A way to:
- Work with me from anywhere.
- Get all my tips and tricks and proven strategies for moving out of pain and into feeling GOOD, strong, confident.

Do you want to make sure you’re the first to get the details?

Send me a message or comment below.

11/08/2022

Tell me. . . What's your preferred way to work out? Private session? Group class? Solo? Why?

11/01/2022

What do Pilates, yoga & skeletons have in common? . . .
. . They’re all about alignment!! 😂😂

(Yep ✋🏼, big nerd over here 🤓)

Hope everyone had a great night.

Happy Halloween from my crazy crew!

10/28/2022

The difference between movement that heals and movements that hurts isn’t much.

It’s not just about picking the right exercises.

It’s about HOW you move.

I have a handful of clients (mostly men 🤔) who work out with me because they have a tendency to overdue things. They:

* believe that more is more
* push through pain
* move quickly
* daydream about their to do list rather than focusing on what they’re doing

My role is to keep them from hurting themselves.

And the game changing thing I show them is that it’s not just about the exercise.

It’s about controlling it.

This exercise is a great example.

When someone tells me that they can do 50, 100 or more of these, I can pretty safely assume, they’re using momentum to push through.

So I show them my way of doing this exercise. . .

* slow
* controlled
* focused
* struggle-free

The result?

They usually complete about 8 before needing to drop their legs and head for a break.

Less strain

Better results

Less time

That’s what happens when you move with intention. That’s what I teach.

Where do you struggle?

What exercise are you pretty sure you’re doing wrong?

Or you don’t get?

Or you stopped doing because you’re always achey after?

Tell me below and I’ll break those struggle movements down in a live video.

10/27/2022

What exercise are you pretty sure you’re doing wrong?

Or you don’t get?

10/24/2022

WHAT IS YOGA? IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?

YOGA is. . .

An ancient spiritual practice with the ultimate goal of achieving inner peace.

In the United States, yoga is mostly a physical practice, but the movements (called asanas) are only one component of yoga. Meditation, breath work, and lifestyle are core components of a full practice.

There are several styles of yoga to fit a variety of needs and preferences, from slow, meditative and restorative to very athletic.

Some common styles include:
* Hot/Power/Bikram
* Vinyasa
* Hatha
* Yin
* Restorative

I recommend yoga to someone who:
* Needs more mobility (They often feel stiff and will say “I’m not flexible.”)
* Possesses basic balance & stability
* Wants to build flexibility, coordination, & mindfulness
* Is looking for a way to recover from other activities
* Is in need of a mental/emotional outlet
* Is on a budget and looking for a low cost exercise option. Yoga is often more widely available and less expensive than Pilates.

Want to learn more and try it for yourself?

Click the link below

10/21/2022

WHAT IS PILATES? IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?

PILATES is. . .

A modern practice developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century. Precisely controlled movements build strength, flexibility and joint stability.

Because of this, many people are referred to Pilates to build core strength and ease back pain.

The ultimate goal is moving through life with ease, joy and the energy to do everything you enjoy.

Joseph Pilates designed his system to be done:
- in his studio
- with a teacher
- on equipment that utilized springs to create resistance.

He also developed a collection of exercises that could be done at home, without equipment, between sessions.

There are now options for practicing Pilates on the traditional equipment in a studio or at home - with or without props.

I recommend Pilates to someone who:
* Needs more stability (These folks may be too flexible or they have joint or balance issues.)
* Is working with limiting injuries/conditions (equipment based Pilates is best for this)
* Looking for all-around fitness - a balance of strength and flexibility
* Prefers or needs more personal attention as Pilates classes are often limited to 4-6 students.
* Is less price sensitive. Pilates tends to cost more than other workouts due to the small class sizes, equipment and comprehensive training required for Pilates instructors.

Want to learn more and try it for yourself?

Click the link below.

10/19/2022

Common questions I get are. . .

“PILATES? YOGA? WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?”

- and -

“WHICH ONE WOULD BE BETTER FOR ME?”

Let’s start with the similarities. Pilates and yoga are both mindful movement practices, based on a belief that health & fitness are essential to living a full, happy life.

They both:
* Emphasize breathing & coordinating breath with movement
* Require little-to-no equipment
* Improve balance, coordination, flexibility and functional strength
* Offer great low impact exercise for all ages, sizes and ability levels

The differences are less about the movements and more about the intent behind them.

YOGA is. . .
An ancient spiritual practice with the ultimate goal of achieving inner peace.

PILATES is. . .
A modern practice developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century. Precisely controlled movements build strength, flexibility and joint stability.

Curious to know more?

Click the link below to learn more about each of these and figure out which one is best for you. . .

10/12/2022

I ❤️ Pilates.

It's what finally made me feel strong, fit and most of all - not broken!! (which was how I had been feeling for years ever since a car accident at age 19).

I still get excited sharing it with my clients and seeing the difference it makes in their lives.

I still smile and giggle when people tell me how graceful I am or ask if I was a dancer (nope - that’s 100% due to Pilates).

The exercises are great (and a great challenge) but I think what makes it magical are what we call the Pilates Principles.

What the heck are the Pilates Principles?!

So glad you ask.

They are the intent behind the work and what makes it different from other forms of exercise.

Pilates isn’t just about WHAT you do but HOW you do it.

These fundamentals taught me (and are the foundation of what I teach):

* How to move better. . . with less pain and more ease
* How to move more efficiently (working smarter, not harder)
* How to maximize my workout so I get results without spending hours at it
* The power of breathing properly

I ❤️ Pilates so much and have been doing it so long. . .

I sometimes assume that everyone else must love and know what it is too. . .

But. . .we all know what assuming does. . .

So I thought I’d share a little more about it this week.

Tell me below (or send a message). . .

Have you done Pilates before?

Are there any questions that you’d like me to answer?

10/07/2022

3 REASONS WHY PEOPLE FAIL TO GET OUT PAIN

No one wants to be in pain.

The amount spent globally on pain management is in the Billions of $$.

Yet SO many people ARE in pain.

Why?

#3 THEY ACCEPT IT

Have you ever said (even if only to yourself):

“That’s just the way my body is”? or “I’m just getting older”?

Do you want these things to be true?

Then why are you reinforcing the belief that they are?

Your thoughts shape your beliefs which determine your actions (or lack thereof).

How different would your workout (and your life) be if you believed that your pains were 100% healable?

#2 LACK OF CONSISTENCY

If you experience DAILY pain and stiffness, you need a DAILY routine for unwinding it.

Think of it like brushing your teeth. You don’t expect that brushing your teeth 2 or 3 times a week is enough to prevent decay and keep your breath fresh.

So why would you expect that working out 2 or 3 times a week is enough to counter DAILY aches?

Your body needs the same level of care and attention you give your teeth.

It doesn’t need to take a lot of time. 10-15 minutes in the morning to work out the kinks from sleeping will leave you feeling energized to start your day.

Taking another 15 minutes at the end of the day to move, stretch and soothe your joints reduces stress, leading to a better night’s sleep.

NOTE - Just like brushing your teeth won’t fix a broken tooth - these quick routines won’t “fix” you. They’re not meant to. They’re meant to promote daily wellness.

Your longer workouts are where the magic of balancing and strengthening your body happens
- and -
it’s important that you have a program that works WITH your body.
. .which brings us to #1

#1 THEY GIVE AWAY THEIR POWER

Teachers, trainers, therapists, doctors are great resources. They can provide insight, education and expertise that would be time consuming to get otherwise.
. . but no one knows what it’s like to live inside your body like you do.

And all that expertise doesn’t add up to much if you don’t understand how to apply it and if it doesn’t make you feel better.

The best treatment or program for someone else - or - even what worked for you 20 years ago may not give you relief now.

Take in all that the experts have to offer but know that YOU are your own best healer. The decisions you make every day about:

* How you spend your day
* What you consume
* How you move your body
* How much sleep you get

Are what will get you out of or keep you stuck in pain.

My goal with my clients is to, not just give them a list of exercises, but to teach them WHY a particular movement is healing (or harming) for THEIR body and HOW to work in a way that avoids the risk of re-injury - without being stuck doing endless repetitions of the same old boring exercises.

I want them to NOT need me because they’ve become the experts in their own health and wellbeing. They:

* Have routines and go-to moves that keep them feeling strong, flexible and able to enjoy their favorite activities.
* Know how to modify any movement so that it prevents rather than aggravates pain.
* Know what to do to make it better if pain flares up.
* Are able to show up as their best selves for their family, friends and the things they love because they aren’t focused on pain.

Do one (or more) of these 3 reasons resonate for you?

How would your life look if you changed one of these behaviors?

What support do you need to make it happen?

If you’re feeling stuck and don’t what to do, please click below and send me a message.

Let’s connect about ending this cycle of pain and frustration for good.

10/05/2022

PAIN IS WEAKNESS LEAVING THE BODY

My college boyfriend was a Marine.

He liked to send me postcards with sassy Marine approved statements like the one above. 😣🤮

While such a motto might help push 18 year old boys through 13 hellish weeks of training, it’s also WRONG.

Pain is not a physical object. It’s not something to push through or overcome.

Pain is a signal within your nervous system that something may be WRONG.

Your body is telling your brain that either damage has happened - or - is about to and PLEASE STOP WHAT YOU ARE DOING NOW!!!

When you buy into the “No Pain, No Gain” mentality - or - like the Marine Corp., believe that pain is a sign of how weak your body is and proof that it’s getting stronger, you set yourself up for. . . MORE PAIN!

Instead. . .

STOP PUSHING INTO IT

When you catch yourself holding your breath, gritting your teeth and squeezing your eyes shut, take those as signs that you’ve pushed beyond your edge.

Ask yourself “What do I need to do differently?”

This might mean:
* Using a lighter weight
* Making your movement smaller
* Checking your alignment
* Picking a different exercise all together if you don’t know a way to make it pain free
* Find a teacher / trainer / therapist to show you exercises that will improve rather than increase your pain

I myself, spent too many years believing that the reason my low back hurt after yoga was because of my injuries.

It took YEARS to realize my injuries weren’t the problem - the way that I was moving was.

Now I know what range of motion my low back will tolerate.

I work to strengthen my abs and glutes so that they are capable of supporting my back.

I take the time to stretch and roll on balls and rollers when need be (usually after a day at my desk).

If you’re feeling stuck in a cycle of pain, I’d love to help you get out of it.

Send me a message or let me know below -
have you ever told yourself the lie of “I’m just getting stronger?”

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Jupiter, FL
33458

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Working with chronic pain and injuries as well as with those just getting started, I teach personalized Pilates & Yoga private sessions and group classes in Jupiter, FL.

My own healing journey has shown me that no matter your limitations, it is possible to develop new movement patterns and move in pain-free or at least pain-freeing ways. By cultivating awareness and compassion for your body, and with the guidance of a teacher who sees, appreciates and treats you as a unique individual, you can bring ease to chronically tight, painful and often over or improperly used muscles and create balance, strength and vitality in both mind and body.