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The Single Best Decision of My Life | Tony Brutz

This content has been updated January 9, 2020.

We are thrilled to share this inspiring three-part series by MOVE Wellness Studios Trainer Tony Brutz about his journey from running his first 5K to becoming a certified Pilates Instructor. 

The Single Best Decision of My Life (Part 1)

So here I am, after almost one year of taking classes, studying, practice teaching, and starting my Pilates apprenticeship. I am now an official trainer at MOVE Wellness Studios. All that hard work has paid off. Being a trainer allows me to help others lead a healthier life and share my passion for Pilates. How did I get to this point? Why did I decide to become a trainer? So glad you asked. To answer those questions I have to go back a few years. Don’t worry; it won’t be that long of a story…well maybe a little long…ok, I promise it will be shorter than War and Peace.

It was October of 2014 and I had just finished my first 5K. Even though I should have felt great about running a 5K, I use the term “running” very loosely. I felt a bit depressed. Don’t get me wrong, I was happy that I finished the run, but after training for months my health still hadn’t improved much. The weight wasn’t coming off, and if anything I had gained weight. Even though weight is only one part of health, it was a big issue for me. It has always been tied to my lack of self-esteem and feelings that I was in some way less than others. Ok, this just got a little heavy. Don’t worry, just stay with me, it gets better. I wouldn’t be writing this post now if it didn’t. It was also at this time that it really started to play on my mind that it was only six months until I would turn 40. This was a big deal because I never thought I would make it to 40. Taking care of myself the way I should have just wasn’t a priority. In part, because I just didn’t believe I deserved that kind of care. Treating myself better, both physically and emotionally, had to become a new priority. It just took a few more months to make that priority a reality.

Kicking It Up a Notch with Pilates

Mid December of 2014 I had enough. January 1st, 2015 I was going to do it, I was going to take much better care of myself. First off, I needed to work on my eating habits. Eating whole foods and staying away from premade/prepackaged food was going to be the plan. Also, that year I was not going to eat anything deep-fried, no fast food, and no pizza. Spoiler alert, I did it, I didn’t eat any of those things for the whole year. Trust me that was big accomplishment because I love me some pizza! Now that I had a nutrition plan, it was time to set a plan for the exercise part. I decided to run at least one race per month from April to December. A friend of mine gave me a few running schedules to start training for my future runs. Now that I had my plan set, it was time to put it into practice.

The first few months of 2015 were going great. I was sticking to the plan and it was working, not just physically but mentally as well. My mood was improving and my confidence was getting better. Then I decided I wanted to kick it up a notch. Surfing the web I found a bunch of gyms that offer fitness classes. That is when I came across the website for MOVE Wellness Studios.   After my research, I made what I believe is the single best decision of my life – I walked through MOVE Wellness Studios’s doors.

Click here to continue reading Part 2.

Tony Brutz teaches a Gentle Pilates class at MOVE Wellness Studios on Tuesdays at 6:00PM. He is also available for private sessions.

About the MOVE Comprehensive Pilates Instructor Training Program

If you have ever considered Pilates as a career or as an enhancement to your current profession, we invite you to join us January 15, 2020 at 6:30PM for Talk and Train. This open studio event will offer you a preview of the MOVE Instructor Training Program. Come get your questions answered and see for yourself what the MOVE Instructor Training Program is all about. If you can’t make the event, you can also schedule a free 15-Minute Consultation with one of our Instructor Trainers. Get started on your own journey today!

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MOVE Pilates Trainer Spotlight: Colleen Rolland

Yoga and Apprentice Pilates Instructor Colleen Rolland’s love of movement runs deep. She  doesn’t believe there is only one path to health & wellness, which  is why she is working on becoming a certified Pilates instructor here at MOVE Wellness Studios. Read more about her below.

Colleen Rolland MOVE Wellness Studios Pilates TrainerWhat do you love most about working out at MOVE Wellness Studios? Robin and Elaine really emphasize Joy and Community here at Move. There is a genuine concern for our clients and giving them the best experience possible while here. I am super proud to be a part of that!

Favorite Pilates Exercise: I really love all of the Pilates Mat work. It feels great in my body and I love that it’s something I can do anywhere or anytime.

What physical and mental benefits have you noticed with a regular fitness/wellness routine?  Having a regular movement and self-care routine has always been a priority to me. It helps me to stay centered, focused and energized.

What is Your Fit Mix? I am a super bendy person by nature, so anything that helps me tap into my strength and gain more control over my movement feels great! The intermediate reformer work is a sweet and welcome challenge to my body.

What Does Wellness Mean to You?  Wellness means not only taking care of my body, but also taking ample time to sit and do nothing. I feel like our days are filled to the brim with “things to do” and we are missing the beauty of leisure and relaxation.

What Inspires You? I am inspired by watching other teachers and trainers. Being surrounded by folks who are so skilled and knowledgeable in what they do motivates me to keep moving forward to be the best version of myself that I can be.

MOVE Wellness Studios Ann Arbor Pilates Trainer Colleen Rolland

 

Our apprentice trainers are enrolled in the MOVE Wellness Studios Pilates Instructor Training Program and are well-equipped to begin working with clients in both group and one-on-one settings.  As apprentices, they also meet regularly with a mentor-trainer to continue to sharpen their skills and expertise.  If you would like to schedule a private session with any of our apprentices – just $30 per session – please contact us at 734.761.2306.

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Becoming a Pilates Instructor

I remember when I started to think about becoming a Pilates instructor. I had recently given birth to my first child and was trying to move from working full time as a development officer and teaching children dance part time into something that I could do during the years my son was little. When I realized that I could use the same principles of movement that I practiced and taught in dance and teach adults to exercise more efficiently, effectively and safely through Joseph Pilates brilliant system, I was hooked. In addition, I would be able to set my own flexible hours, and have the benefit of spending time doing something that I loved. Becoming a Pilates Instructor was the best decision I made for my teaching career.

Fast forward 18 years and my oldest son is graduating from high school this Spring. In these 18 years, the Pilates industry has blossomed and it’s vibrancy is due to the powerful impact the system has had on all levels of fitness and movement from post-rehabilitation to elite athletes. The Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) has built a credentialing program that allows those of us who have mastered and championed Joe’s work to build programs that continue his legacy with knowledge, integrity and best practices.

Why Train at MOVE Wellness?

We developed our own Instructor Training Program at MOVE Wellness Studios to lend our unique culture and voice to the training experience. Our goal is to support trainers on the journey to becoming the best they can be at whatever they love to teach using Pilates as the foundation. Professional development opportunities abound for individual interest areas through the PMA and a rigorous foundation of coursework through Instructor Training at MOVE Wellness Studios will ensure that trainees are prepared and inspired build their career doing what they love. Just like I did.

Ready to take the next step? You can learn about our upcoming Comprehensive Pilates Mat Course here or email us at office@movewellness.com.

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