June Client Spotlight!

As we continue to grow the Core (LP) community we’d like to take a moment to shoutout a client who embodies everything Core (LP) is about. From working hard and treating fitness as a long-play to always showing a warm welcome to the instructors and fellow clients. Meet Nicole Brooks! Our very first Client Spotlight!

Tell us a bit about your fitness journey!

I was very active throughout my early years as a dancer, but never found anything I really loved moving into my mid 20s.  I was more of an elliptical and ab workout devotee, and not even consistently.  My husband was a huge motivator for me to seek out more of a routine (mostly because I wanted to tag along at the gym to spend time together!).  I found group fitness to provide the structure I needed while also constantly changing and challenging myself as time progressed.

It wasn’t long into my more dedicated routine that I found myself leaning into fitness as a way of providing control and comfort through my years of infertility.   I found exercise as a mainstay that I needed for my mental health while I navigated the rounds of treatment we utilized before we conceived our two daughters.  Now I use it as my “me time” where I can wholly disconnect from the stressors at home and the constant mental load of parenting two little ladies!

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What brought you in to Core (LP)?

Lagree was an exercise format I had never tried, so I was curious and excited to challenge myself to something new.  I felt very challenged in the best way possible, and after the two week intro special I was hooked and wanted to continue my practice to strengthen + lengthen my body while also enjoying the overall community at the studio.

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What do you love most about Core (LP)?

First and foremost I was struck by the people.  The Instructors are incredible, kind, encouraging + inclusive.  When you walk in you feel an immediate sense of community.  It’s very easy to be intimidated in a new fitness space, but I felt very welcomed. I also LOVE how much stronger I have gotten in my core and lower body; the results have been incredible and extremely motivating to continue on with my practice in Lagree.

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What has been your biggest accomplishment at the studio?

For me it was strengthening areas that I am still adjusting postpartum as I gave birth less than a year ago now.  My hip flexors are naturally very tight, and Lagree has helped me so much to stretch and lengthen those muscles.  I also love that the entire workout focuses in on active core engagement and deep pelvic floor muscles.

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What are some of your fitness goals in the next few months?

For me it’s continuing to show up for myself consistently while also knowing when my body needs a break to rest.  It’s a balance that I’m constantly trying to find especially in this very busy season of being a stay at home mom to young kids while also ensuring I have my own autonomy with my time.

What is a fun fact about you?

I’m a twin!

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