Mount Pleasant Magazine Jan/Feb 2018

62 www.CharlestonBrides.com | www.MPMcalendar.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com feature and upbeat class that had our packed class constantly moving up and down our mats – in a 91-degree room, no less. Needless to say, there was sweat – a lot of it. While I’ll always love my calming and centering slower versions of yoga, I have to admit, my husband (who joined me for the perspiration party) and I are thinking of making this a weekly thing. There’s just something about walking out of a workout dripping in hard-earned sweat. * * * * * * * * * * * Place: Barre Evolution • West Ashley + Mount Pleasant Class I Powered Through: Open Level Barre Muscle Match Up: (L) (G) (C) Website: www.barreevolution.com It says “Open Level,” but what it really means is total lower body takeover to the point that you discover new leg muscles you never knew you had – and it’s amazing. Initially assuming that barre was a “dancer’s workout,” I was hesitant to sign up and put my two left feet on display. Much to my surprise, the class is less dance “moves” and more dance “positions,” seamlessly mixed with inspirations of yoga and Pilates. Still, I was lucky enough to score the class, led by owner Nancy Meyer, who navigated me through every clumsy position I found myself in. The first barre studio in the Charleston area, Barre Evolution has grown to two different locations, offering up to seven different types of classes for all levels. Two days later and taking the stairs still hurts – I’d say that’s a workout well worth it. While this was easily one of the most intense two weeks of fitness for me in a very long time, I can already feel an added pep in my step. Perhaps it’s the looming cliché of getting in shape for the New Year, but I like to think that it’s the increased endorphins brought on by the excitement of my favorite new ways to sweat it out. While not every exercise will work for every person, these five locations offer a taste of what the Lowcountry has to offer and can definitely help springboard all of your 2018 goals. SkinnyMe w i t h h C G Jennifer lost 56.1 inches with a weight loss of 58.6 pounds. Her weight loss passion turned into her life work at Skinny Me. 1459 Stuart Engals Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 843.352.9642 www.SkinnyMeWeightLoss.com www.CharlestonManPlan.com START THE NEW YEAR Anita Dormer, MD Richard Boulware, PA-C, ABAAHP Nancy Boulware, RN ✦ hCG Diet - Tablets or Injections Average weight loss in 42 days: Women lose 20-35 pounds Men lose 30-50 pounds ✦ New Excel Weight Loss Program ✦ Clean Eating Plan with Appetite Suppressant ✦ Vitamin B12 Injection WITH THE SKINNY ME WEIGHT LOSS AND ANTI-AGING NUTRITION PROGRAMS #1 Weight Loss Clinic in the Carolinas! BEFORE-200lbs AFTER-136lbs Insurance reimbursement, flex spending, HSA and in house financing available Increase cardiovascular health Maintain healthy vision Sexual arousal and intensity medical solutions