Strength for Beginners

Fridays at 9am in September 2026

There is a lot of buzz surrounding the benefits of strength training right now. It can feel overwhelming to know how to start, if you are doing it right, and what exercises to choose.

Take the guesswork out of the picture!

Learn strength training with me at Present Body Pilates!

Why just bands, Susan?

I’m happy you asked! Because they are PORTABLE! You can throw them in your bag on your next vacation and then keep up all the good work you are doing!

Most importantly: resistance bands can build beginner strength just as effectively as free weights because it provides comparable muscle activation and stability challenges, while lowering the risk of injury.

Bands can still help you build muscle, especially if you are just starting out.

**Get your set of resistance bands free!**

Must sign up for all 4 classes
Drop ins are available but you must purchase your bands separately. (Available to purchase at the studio)

What to expect

Body Alignment: the better your alignment the more benefits you will get from your exercises.

Core Strength: the better you understand how to properly engage the core the more you can stabilize your spine which in turn helps the rest of your body work in harmony with the resistance.

Balance Basics: balance can have incredible benefits to improve and prevent injury and falls.

Strength Basics: Full body resistance training for upper and lower body (using a superset format).

I will also start with a great warm up and finish with a cool down. AND I will help you learn which bands work for upper and lower body exercises.