Today we’d like to introduce you to Tish Young.
Hi Tish, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
My passion for Pilates grew during my postpartum journey with my second child. I was diagnosed with diastasis recti, which is a condition that occurs when the rectus abdominis muscles in the front of the belly separate. My core was so extremely weak which lead me to giving pilates a try. I also desired something that allowed me to feel myself again. Pilates did the job! The passion behind it grew when I started to notice my transformation not only physically but mentally. The mind, muscle connection that Pilates encourages you to create allows you to notice & respect your being in such a new way. It creates a certain discipline within self. A quote from Joseph Pilates that I stand by is “In 10 sessions, you will feel the difference. In 20, you will see the difference. And in 30, you’ll be on your way to having a whole new body.” I would have to agree with Jospeh! I felt the transition in a major way. I knew I needed to become certified because it’s something I absolutely love & I truly enjoy gifting to others! So here I am, ready to teach & pass the gift of Pilates on! I started my business, Lay Pilates, to be able to gift such a healing sport to others.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It hasn’t been smooth. Pilates is HARD and it really takes developing the discipline and desire to show up for yourself. Trainings are intense and it takes time. You’re always learning in Pilates. I feel like I’m always signing up for another training but that’s what I love about it. I love learning more to give more. Mentally it challenged me to make a complete lifestyle change. I started to learn so much about myself. I stopped drinking alcohol completely. My daily routine was altered. It caused the best shift to happen in my life. It sort of reshaped me from the inside out and the reshaping was not at all comfortable but so worth it.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I teach both mat and reformer pilates. I teach hot HIIT mat Pilates at Dose Pilates and I teach reformer Pilates at Evolve Pilates. I also have my own business, Lay Pilates, where I teach private mat sessions as well as host Pilates Pop-Ups around the city to make Pilates and its benefits accessible city wide. My pop ups are announced on my instagram page @laypilatesbody
How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
At my pop ups I always offer room for vendors and if you ever want to book a Lay Pilates Party or a private session you can email me at laypilates@gmail.com or reach out via instagram @laypilatesbody or @tishandrea
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @laypilatesbody @tishandrea
