For a long time, fitness recommendations have looked the same across genders. The majority of fitness research in the past was done on male bodies – with women perceived as just smaller versions of men – they simply scaled the recommendations for size. Thankfully the landscape has changed, women specific hormone profiles are being studied; and it turns out our needs, strengths, weaknesses and therefore recommendations are much different from males. Shocking, we know! Check out our full newsletter to learn more about optimizing your training by synching up with your cycle. Periods intermittent or no longer? Check out our peri- and post-menopause recommendations.
Our Core Value this month is authenticity. What does it mean to be authentic in the group fitness space? We believe it starts with offering unique, complementary classes that work together to support healthy bodies from the inside out with skilled & empowered teachers and ends with an awesome community showing up for one another.
Scaps & Ribcage are the unsung troublemakers of the upper body and our FRC focus this month. Find movement and expansion of the ribs and smooth gliding of the scapulae to facilitate breathing as well as neck and shoulder health.
Congrats to Virgina, our LFG Winner! And a HUGE THANKS to all participants.
CORE VALUE: AUTHENTICITY
Authenticity is one of our five Core Values, and it shows up in everything we do. We are committed to offering unique, complementary classes that work together to support healthy bodies from the inside out. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all fitness or wellness—instead, we aim to break the mold with every class. Each experience at the Studio is original, thoughtfully designed, and continuously evolving. Our instructors are lifelong learners who actively integrate new knowledge and science-backed research into their teaching, ensuring that what we offer grows alongside our community and the latest understanding of health.
What makes this place truly special, though, goes beyond the classes themselves. Relationships form naturally here, and our culture reflects our mission, vision, and values in a real, tangible way. We prioritize transparency because we know trust is built through openness—whether that’s in how we communicate, how we teach, or how we support one another. While we may not have the most luxurious space, what we do have is something far more meaningful: instructors who are deeply knowledgeable, endlessly curious, and genuinely compassionate. Every person who leads here is driven by a desire to serve and to help others feel their absolute best, creating an environment that’s not just effective, but truly authentic.
FRC FOCUS: SCAPULA & RIB CAGE
Your rib cage and scapulae are kind of the unsung troublemakers of the upper body—in the best and worst ways. They’re supposed to move, expand, rotate, and glide with every breath and every reach. But for most people? They’re locked up, over-braced, or just plain ignored. When your rib cage can’t move, your breathing gets shallow and your spine gets stiff. When your shoulder blades don’t know how to glide, your shoulders, neck, and even elbows start picking up the slack. Find out how to unlock your scaps and ribcage in Kinstretch this month. Try these SCAP CARs and this breath exercise at home- they’re easy, they feel good and your body will thank you!
LFG MARCH CHALLENGE WINNER
First, a HUGE THANKS to EVERYONE who participated in our LFG Challenge last month. This was our first LFG event and you made it a great success. We had innumerable stars on the board, 40 participants who took all the different types of classes- mobility, fitness and yoga- AND posted about the Studio and Local WRJ Businesses on the socials. Congratulations to Virginia Umland, our March LFG Winner!