Spotlight: Lisa Owens, Yoga Teacher - Dallas TX

Lisa Owens has been with SunstoneFIT for 13 years. In this time, she has dedicated her teaching to empowering and inspiring our students from all walks of life. From newbies to life-long yogis, Lisa offers something for everyone in each of her classes.

When asked about what Lisa brings to Sunstone, Jodie Hudson (SunstoneFIT SR Director) says, “Lisa has been with Sunstone a very long time. She is committed, dedicated, and her students always leave her class feeling great!”

What Is Suspension Training?

If you are like many people slowly coming out of quarantine, you want to get yourself back in shape. Gyms have been closed, we have been shut up in our homes, and we are just itching to attain our prior levels of health and fitness once more.

For those of us who have never started a consistent fitness routine and regime, the concept of suspension training can seem very intimidating. Suspension training takes standard exercise to the next level by working with the combination of gravity and your body weight to give you a very effective workout in a relatively short period of time.

What is suspension training?

You may be asking yourself, what is suspension training? With the addition of some heavy-duty straps attached to an anchored surface, you can take your workout to new levels of effectiveness and efficiency. Virtually any standard exercise can be transformed through the addition of suspension straps, making your workout more effective in less time. Navy seals and other fitness professionals swear by this method of working out, as they claim that no other form of workout protocol has quite the same effect on both balancing the body and improving strength. While you must be careful when first attempting this type of adaptation, it is possible to undergo successful suspension training for beginners, provided you follow proper form and function instructions. Let's take a look at some of the suspension training benefits you stand to gain with this type of monster workout:

What Is Pilates? What To Know Before Your First Class

We know that it can be a little bit intimidating to try a new workout class. And, since there are so many different kinds of classes available today, it can be hard to keep them straight or to know which one is right for you to try. If you’re considering taking a Pilates class, we’re here to help you with some information you should know before your first class, and some tips to help you!

What Are HIIT Workouts?

What Are HIIT Workouts?

HIIT workouts have been growing significantly in popularity recently. With HIIT group classes popping up in more and more gyms and studios across the country. Despite the popularity, there are still some misconceptions and misunderstandings about HIIT training.

The actual activity of the workout can vary, but typically HIIT training includes bodyweight and equipment based exercises. What makes it “HIIT”, is the time spent in high intensity vs. rest periods.

So, what does “HIIT” mean?

Yoga Tips for Beginners: What To Know Before Your First Yoga Class

Yoga Tips for Beginners: What To Know Before Your First Yoga Class

If you’ve been thinking about getting into shape, you may have considered taking a yoga class. Yoga can be a great way to either get in shape or maintain your level of fitness. It builds strength and flexibility while simultaneously allowing you to focus on your breathing. By practicing yoga, you learn how to control your breathing, even during some rather challenging poses. This in turn helps you in virtually every other area of your life, as it allows you to remain calm and stay in control of your emotions. Yoga also helps you become more in tune with yourself. Therefore, you have the chance to reap both physical and mental benefits of practicing it.

Here are some top yoga tips for beginners:

How To Choose A Pesonal Trainer

Working with a personal trainer can be a great way to help you meet your fitness goals, avoid injury, and find some additional motivation. But, how do you choose the right personal trainer for you?

Here are our tips for choosing a Dallas personal trainer:

Classes Resume

Thank you for supporting our Sunstone community. Tomorrow, Monday, May 18th, we are resuming classes in the studio. Without committed community members like yourself, this would not be possible.

*** Thank you! ***

Rebuilding our community is going to take some time and cooperation as we navigate Covid-19 together. During the lockdown, your Sunstone Team members have been working hard to adapt to our new situation. Here is a sampling of the things we have been doing:

Pilates vs Yoga

Pilates vs Yoga  – Which is Right for You?

Since I was given the opportunity of growing up overseas as a Missionary girl; I learned at a young age to value the art of learning to understand where concepts originated from – so that would include the practice of Pilates or Yoga. I can share with you what I have learned so far and maybe you might be able to add something of value to your own experiences and journey.

A Message on COVID-19

Cleanliness has always been a priority at SunstoneFIT. Our mats, equipment, and surfaces are cleaned with a safe, EPA-registered, PH-balanced, concentrated detergent that is pseudomonacidal, staphylocidal, salmonellacidal, fungicidal, and virucidal. We have always been especially vigilant about disinfecting our studios during cold and flu season, and with the recent spread of coronavirus COVID-19, we have redoubled our efforts at providing a clean environment. 

We are also working hard to keep class availability high so that classes are not crowded and our members have reasonable options for practicing with comfortable social distancing. 

Why You Should Invest in Coaching in 2020

Consider a few questions: