My Health Studio

Just a reminder that all classes are hybrid and inside. Nothing outdoors. Hugs! https://www.myhealthstudio.com/schedule

Do you shed pounds first and then feel good about yourself, or do you feel good about yourself first and then get in shape? If I'm being honest, I've done it both ways. In fact, I've gained and shed 60 pounds five times in my life. The first four times, I got the weight off (using quick fixes) and, once the weight was off, I tried to deal with my mindset. I kept gaining the weight back - more each time. The fifth time, I worked on the physical and mental components simult...aneously. Working on my thought process while I got physically healthier is what paid off. I added to that a team to assist and... voilà! My 60 pounds has been off for years. Lesson: If you want long-term positive results, don't just go on a "diet" because it worked for someone else. Health and wellness is NOT a one-size-fits-all proposition. Find professionals that can help you select what works for you. It's YOUR "Customized Fitness Blueprint." . . . #BoomerGenX #GetFit #GetLean #GetConfident #MyHealthStudio #ChangeYourThinking #GetFitAtAnyAge #WestlakeVillage #ThousandOaks #AgouraHills #BuildMuscle #AgingGracefully

Get Lean, Strong and Confident. At Any Age.

I've done a lot of research about the aging process - specifically how to slow it down. It's not that I don't want to age, I just want to be as energetic and healthy as possible. Here are some things that may make a difference: ~ Exercise. It always feels good to get or stay in shape. ~ Cool it on the Processed Foods. Whenever possible, try to eat real, whole foods.... ~ Stay Socially Connected. Being around the people we love and who love us is what makes life worth living. ~ Work on Being Resilient. Learn how to bounce back. Assemble a team to help. ~ Give Your Brain a Workout. Keep your brain active in the same way you do your body. Take new classes. Try new things. Interact with your community. It's time for us to shatter the cultural norms associated with aging. Stand up and take ownership of the rest of your life. Remember this quote: "Be the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning, the devil says, 'Oh crap, she's up.'" . . .

My husband calls me the "Irma Bombeck" of fitness, since I love to find the humor in everyday situations. Irma was an American Humorist who wrote a popular newspaper column in the 1960s. She did a segment called "One Size Fits All." It's worth watching online. As I recall, she walks into the lingerie department and sees a girdle with roses on it. (Let me just give thanks that we women aren't wearing these contraptions any longer. Compression pantyhose are bad enough.) I...n any event, she asks the sales clerk what sizes the garment comes in. The sales clerk responds, "Why my dear, one size fits all." Irma replies, "All of what?" Funnier yet is her description of what happens to the roses as larger bodies expand the garment. As it turns out, there are very few things in life that are "one size fits all." Nutrition, exercise, confidence building and spiritual matters must be uniquely applied to each of us. Never try to fit yourself into someone else's mold or plan. Be the healthiest you can be for who you are. Customize your strategy and work your plan. Most importantly, don't go it alone. Find your team. . . . #BoomerGenX #GetFit #MyHealthStudio #OneSizeFitsAll #GetFitAtAnyAge #WestlakeVillage #BuildMuscle #AgingGracefully #BabyBoomers #GenXers #SugarCravings

My mom used to tell me not to "put off until tomorrow what you can do today." I'm great at rationalizing why I can start tomorrow. Don't wait! Our lives and good health depend on it! Need some motivation? Reach out... . . . #MyHealthStudio... #WestlakeVillage #StartNow See more

Are you a female Baby Boomer? It's time to craft the healthiest most confident Boomer life ever. Let's make a difference for future generations! https://s.ripl.com/tgbgrb

Spread the word... Did you know that outdoor fitness is on the list of essential businesses? Join us this evening in the My Health Studio parking lot for Zumba with Magali Rousseau Zumba at 5:30 P.M. Social distancing and masks/face shields required. Only $10 to walk in. MHS members free. A great way to reduce Covid stress. For more information, visit the Los Angeles website and scroll down to the question that asks about gyms: https://covid19.ca.gov/stay-home-except-for-essential-nee/.

Rockin' Your Baby Boomer Life...

In a year when social distancing, quarantine, stay-at-home have become household terms, we are so honored to have been voted a @nextdoor neighborhood favorite. We've always put community at the center of our mission and vision. We look forward to serving you in the times to come! Thank you to our neighbors!

Meet Scott! Scott has been an Emergency Medical Technician and Basic Life Support Instructor for over 18 years. He's a Certified Personal Trainer (emphasizing in Emergency Fitness) and also trained in Tactical Combat Casualty Care and Canine Casualty Care. In Scott's words, "During various trainings and deployments I have seen the importance of maintaining and improving the ability to move and function around and through many types of obstacles and conditions. The classic com...mercial, I’ve fallen and I can’t get up has always troubled me." Learn more about Scott https://www.myhealthstudio.com/servi/cpr-first-aid-training

What if dance, music and mindfulness practices could help those with MS to regain even the smallest amount of physical function, improve cognition and mood? We know that in Multiple Sclerosis, myelin is lost. My Health Studio has been practicing corrective movement work for the past 14 years. It is our mission to improve the lives of our MS population through the use of music, dance, mindfulness practices and other movement modalities that have been backed by published research. Learn more about our Movement & Cognition program at www.myhealthstudio.com

Are you ready to get Fit & Fabulous? Our Action Changes Things (ACT) program is 8 weeks to a more Fit YOU! We supply the movement, nutrition support along with two months of unlimited virtual classes. One outdoor strength-building workout per week (for 8 weeks)... One group Zoom nutrition session per week (for 8 weeks) Two months of unlimited virtual classes with over 20 classes to choose from. It's time to ACT.

This study was based on a depth of 2.2 inches and 111 beats per minute. Outcome was 20ml median inspiratory tidal volume using just compressions with no additional ventilations (known as hands only or bystander cpr). We teach real worth skills. It's about better results. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33039236/

Become more prepared! Did you know we offer CPR & First Aid Training certifications? Whether you're looking for Professional Level or Layperson Level CPR, First Aid to treat injuries and sudden emergencies, or how to tend to unexpected pet emergencies, we have a training for you! ... Learn more on our website!

At My Health Studio, we believe in the adage, An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. As such, we are proud to be a medically-integrated health and fitness studio, under the umbrella of the Medical Fitness Association. We are excited to contribute to designing the future of professionally-administered programs to keep our clients healthy, energetic and moving. ... Centers like ours are pioneers in the medical fitness industry. We believe the future of hospitals and other fitness organizations is in offering programs that avoid illness and improve the health status of the communities they serve. Stay connected to be up-to-date on what's to come! Like us on Facebook and Follow us on Instagram.

We love our Randi Ekstrand!

Meet Randi! One of our certified Personal Trainers, Group Fitness Instructors, and Basic Life Support Instructors. Randi is full of energy and just loves our fitness community. In Randi’s words: I began my wellness journey after working long hours running my own creative business. I knew I needed a change. ... While I was never the gym type, I had it in my mind that it would be fun to work at a fitness facility. Through the persistence of My Health Studio’s owner, Esta McIntyre, I decided to try a class. From that day on, my life would not be the same... TO BE CONTINUED! Read the rest of Randi's amazing story right here, https://www.myhealthstudio.com/services/private-coaching

Fitness has never been a straight, easy road. There will always be bumps, roadblocks and obstacles. The trick is not letting these completely derail your progress and allocate your time and effort to overcoming short-term problems. This quarantine is a temporary setback to those on their personal fitness journeys, but it can also be an opportunity to rise to the challenge and prove to yourself that your fitness goals will not be something you lose sight of.... At My Health Studio, we are here to support you through all the twists and turns, roadblocks and bumps. Give us a call today!

If you hate exercise but love music, dancing and muscle work, then you’ll love our Group Fitness Classes! We incorporate just the right amount of laughter and fun with movement designed to burn calories, tone muscle and help you reach your fitness goals. Learn more on our website, www.myhealthstudio.com

JUMPIN' for JOY... and FITNESS! As we shift into the next phases of offering more in-studio classes and trainings, we want you to know we have your safety FIRST and FOREMOST! We take great care to ensure social distancing is enforced, masks are required, all surfaces are disinfected and equipment cleaned after use. ... Check out our website www.myhealthstudio for a full list of available classes, including Fitness Trampoline! Let's Jump for LIFE!

At My Health Studio, we offer the ultimate in fitness classes, personal training and group fitness, serving the Conejo, Simi and San Fernando Valley communities -- Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Newbury Park, Moorpark, Camarillo, Oxnard and Ventura. Come on over to My Health Studio in Westlake Village, CA!