McKinney Movement Center

12/07/2025

Our Holiday Party was truly so much fun yesterday! Started off with a bright & restorative EmpowerU workshop with and then moved in to the party and games!!!!

We are so thankful for this community we have - you guys are so special to us & we are so glad we get to be a part of each of your lives!

We loved celebrating the MOST wonderful time of the year with you yesterday and happy to kick off the start of an amazing December filled with JOY! 🥰❄️🎄🥂✨🫶🎁

Happy Holidays to our MMC FAMILY!

12/07/2025

We had SO much fun at our Holiday party yesterday! Thankful for all of our amazing clients and staff that make our world go around 🎄🥰❄️💕

CONGRATS to Doreen, the official winner from our Scavenger Hunt game yesterday.

Drop by the front desk to claim your session and get it booked! 🫶💪

Happy Holidays! 🎄🎁✨🥂

12/04/2025

Magic Circle VS. Resistance Band! ✨

If you could only pick one tiny tool to bring maximum burn, serious technique focus...and JOY to your workout for the rest of December, which torture device,***edit: I mean prop *** would you choose? 😉

➡️ The Magic Circle: The silent, stubborn little ring that looks innocent but forces pure, unadulterated adductor and deep core isolation. It guarantees you feel muscles you forgot you had!

⬅️ The Resistance Band: The versatile, stretchy, seemingly simple companion perfect for glute activation, shoulder stabilization, and the ultimate I didn't know I was supposed to feel it there moment! 🧠

We love them both because they create connection, increase precision, which means you are learning how to Move Smarter To Feel Better!

🔥 VOTE NOW which one you would choose in the comments! 🔥

- Circle for Isolation & Adductor Joy
- Band for Activation & Mobility Fun

Tell us your fav...! 👇
Out of consideration for each prop, let's keep is positive in the comments and not degrade anyone! 😅😂

12/02/2025

December Theme: The Practice of JOY 🌟
As the year winds down, we invite you to anchor yourself in our monthly theme of, Joy.

Joy isn’t just a fleeting emotion; it’s a profound, resilient practice—a conscious choice to find light, even when times feel dark. This December, let’s explore that inner warmth, that spark of positivity, and discover the joy hidden in the smallest things: a quiet sunrise, a heartfelt smile, the simple act of being present.

Finding Your Joy, Inside and Out:
• 🧘‍♀️ The Mind-Body Connection: True joy radiates from the inside out. In your Pilates and Yoga sessions, we teach you to connect with your core—your physical and energetic center. This deep, focused work cultivates the mind-body connection, serving as a powerful form of self-reflection. When you are truly present in your movement, you listen to your body’s wisdom, and that awareness is the foundation of well-being.

• 🍎 Holistic Health & Balance: Joy thrives when you care for your whole self. It’s about more than just movement; it’s finding balance through conscious effort—from the nutrients you choose to the peace you cultivate. Prioritizing holistic health and wellness keeps your energy steady, making it easier to see and choose the good.

• 🤝 Community & Support: You don’t have to seek joy alone. Our studio is a haven—a community built on shared breath and mutual support. Lean into the collective warmth of your fellow movers here at MMC and feel the strength of connection. Joy multiplies when it’s shared!

✨ Choose Joy, Choose Wellness ✨
This month, commit to making space for joy in your body, breath, and mind.

We are here to help you stay connected to yourself and your practice. Whether you need the grounding strength of Pilates or the calming flow of Yoga, come find your anchor with us. Let the mindful movement in our studio be the wellspring of your inner warmth this holiday season.

If you’re new here, visit our website to book your FREE consultation or come drop by our Holiday Party!

12/01/2025

You’re invited to our Member Holiday Party!🎄🎅🎁

— Saturday 12/6 —
11:30am - Spirit of JOY Workshop (Tamara)
12:30pm - PARTY 🎉

Bring a friend & come explore some Holiday cheer with us. There will be light bites (including hot chocolate), stocking stuffers, & more!

Come enjoy some holly jolly fun!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from our MMC team to you.

The moments we have together in the studio watching you all get stronger, build more confidence, step into healing, and step into your potential is truly a GIFT.

We are grateful for your trust in us, we are grateful to be the place you come for movement 💪, joy ✨, balance ⚖️, and healing!❤️‍🩹

Big hugs - celebrate gratitude today and let’s close out this November with a beautiful reflection of gratitude. 🙏

11/21/2025

11/18/2025

Your Home-Based Mobility Toolkit for the Holidays is Here! ✨

This busy season can lead to stiffness, especially in the neck, back, and hips.

Don’t worry we’ve got you covered - Our Instructor, Samantha, walks you through 4 simple stretches here that you can sneak in while waiting for the oven or taking a quick break from decorating. 🎄🦃👩‍🍳

Keep your body feeling supported and stress-free with these few stretches:

1. Hip Hinge & Twist: Release those tight hamstrings and open up your mid-back (perfect for standing over a stove!)
2. Standing Calf Stretch: Give your feet and calves a break from all that holiday running around.
3. Doorway Chest Opener: Reverse that hunched-over posture and breathe deeper
4. Pigeon on a Couch: Melt away lower back and hip tension.

Don’t let tension steal your joy! Hit save and send this video to a friend or family member who could use a 5-minute stress break today.

11/16/2025

Pause. Breathe. Reflect. This is your reminder to stop chasing and start acknowledging. 🙏

Have you truly recognized how much you’ve overcome and how strong you’ve become?

Give yourself credit where credit is due. You are powerful. You are resilient. You are here. 👏✨🙏

11/13/2025

We sat down with our amazing instructor, Jen, to talk about what truly lights her up as a Pilates teacher, and her answers are so inspiring!

It all comes back to:

🍁 Healing & Recovery: Finding personal healing after having her beautiful babies and navigating diastasis recti. This personal journey fuels her passion for helping others recover and rebuild.

🍁 Changing Lives: Being a part of your journey—helping clients transform mentally and physically—is incredibly rewarding. It's about taking care of herself so she can help change your life!

🍁 Community: The Pilates community is something truly special. The support, the passion, and the connection she feels is unparalleled.

▶️ Press play to hear the full story & tell us below: What are YOU most grateful for in your movement journey?👇

11/11/2025

The body achieves what the mind believes.

This November, believe in your power to progress. Progress isn't always elevation in an upward trajectory or linear. Often it requiring a stillness, a deepening, and a the ability to grit through the repetitions of building a strong foundation.

Whether you are working to build a new healthy habit or increasing your tension on your springs in classes...look how far you have come. Don't forget that part of looking back at where you began and how far you have come. Of course we can always work harder, add more layers, and continue to unlock more potential in terms of bettering ourselves... But, know this: We SEE YOU and YOUR PROGRESS and we are PROUD OF YOU!

What a gift it is to be a community that continuously desires to learn, grow, and continue discovering confidence in their daily lives. Drop a comment below and share some wins - let's encourage each other! ⬇️

11/11/2025

😴 Struggling to Sleep? Your Pilates Mat is the Ultimate Reset Button! 🧘♀️

Research confirms: Simple stretching and a mindful routine can be a game-changer for poor sleep. The exercises you see here designed to soothe your nervous system, telling your body it's safe to rest.

The Science Behind the Chill -
When we're stressed, our body is in "fight-or-flight" mode, driven by the sympathetic nervous system, which pumps out the stress hormone, cortisol. Gentle movement and deep breathing activate the parasympathetic nervous system—your body’s "rest and digest" mode. This shift effectively lowers your cortisol levels, slows your heart rate, and signals to your mind and body that it’s time to unwind.

Two Key De-Stressing Exercises to Try:
1. Belly Breathing (AKA, Diaphragmatic Breathing): This is a direct line to your parasympathetic system.

How to: Lie on your back or sit comfortably. Place one hand on your chest and the other on your belly.

Inhale: Breathe slowly and deeply through your nose, letting your belly (not your chest) rise like a balloon. Count to 5

Exhale: Gently exhale through pursed lips, allowing your belly to flatten as the air leaves your lungs. Count to 6-8. (Repeat for 5-10 minutes, focusing only on the breath.)

2. Thoracic Spinal Rotation (Side-Lying): Releases tension often held in the upper/mid-back, a common area of stress.

How to: Lie on your side with both knees bent up towards your chest (as shown in the video!). Extend your arms out in front of you, stacked together.

Movement: Keeping your knees anchored, take your top arm and open it away from your body, rotating your chest until your shoulders are as close to the floor as comfortable. Follow your hand with your eyes.

Breathe: Inhale as you open, and exhale as you slowly close the arm back to the starting position. (Repeat 5-8 times per side, moving slowly with your breath.)

🌙 Build Your 30-Minute Bedtime Routine -
- Create a sacred transition period to tell your brain the day is done.
- Brain Dump: Write down any to-do list items or worries in a journal. Get the thoughts out of your head and onto the page!
- Unplug: Turn off and put your cell phone away at least 30 minutes