Encore Fitness

14/12/2025

Here is how we are going to get through the next couple weeks:

--Left foot, right foot, left foot, breathe.

--Give to the poor every chance you get--We are not hungry for what we’re not getting, but for what we’re not giving.

--Radical Self care--walks, baths, naps, herbal tea, Below Deck, People magazine, puzzles, lots of music, fires in the fireplace or candles. Little indoor altars. If possible, cat therapy, if cat is in the mood.

--I don’t keep my anxiety and overload a secret. I say the words out loud to a trusted friend or my persona husband or son. The best acronym for fear I ever heard, besides Future Events Already Ruined, is the Frantic Effort to Appear Relaxed.

- - I call my best friends on bad days and say, “I hate everyone and all of life,” and they say, “I am SO glad you called--Want to go to Target?” and then I am halfway home. Driving around with a best friend listening to the Beatles--heaven, for right now, and that is all we ever have.

-Anne Lamott

05/11/2025

The November series of Yoga Basics kicks off tonight, Wednesday, November 5, at 6 PM at the Concrete Theatre. Four classes this month, $30, payable first night. Designed for beginners, these classes are customized for those of you in the room, with modifications, props, and conversations about how yoga can make you stronger, healthier, and less likely to fall down! 

18/10/2025

Get fit, have fun, meet like-minded people! Workouts in the Concrete Theatre: cardio/strength training on Tuesdays at 4:30 PM; yoga basics on Wednesdays at 6 PM;  strength training on Fridays at 6 AM. 

Life is better when you are strong!

19/08/2025

How am I getting stronger? (I don't really care about being beautiful! 🙂) Walking with a weighted vest. Lifting dumbells and bars. Working out with resistance bands. Teaching 2-3 classes a week at the Concrete Theatre, focusing on strength-training. Working out daily at home with Peloton. 🙂Eating plenty of protein. Taking supplements that I've researched and swear by. Getting enough sleep. Reducing my stress by prioritizing and protecting my energy. Talking with other women. Listening to podcasts. Working out with weights.😊 Doing yoga daily. Working out with weights. Drinking lots of water. Working out with weights. 🙂

19/08/2025

If you've ever taken any of my group fitness classes in the last 40 years, you know I've always incorporated yoga-flavored stretches and postures. Most instructors do, because yoga is an effective method of increasing flexibility, strength, and balance. It also does some pretty cool things to your mind -- like, slowing it down!

That's why I'm teaching Yoga Basics in September.

4 classes, 4 Monday nights at 7:00
$30 for the series, payments welcome the first session, September 8.

This series is designed for beginners. You don't need one spec of experience. You do need a yoga mat and 2 blocks. A yoga blanket is nice, but not required. (P.S. The blocks bring the floor closer to you, you'll appreciate that!)

Questions? Send them via email: valerie@concrete-theatre.com, or text (360) 466-8754.

Space is limited. Reservations are required by September 1.

24/01/2025

People who are engaged in their community have more social contacts — and studies have shown that they live longer and are happier! There are so many opportunities around our community.… Here’s one!

07/12/2024

WINTER WELLNESS is starting soon, want to be part of it? It’s a women’s circle of ideas & inspiration to make the most of the season. Online via a private Facebook group. Message me to get in!

13/07/2023

Update on Encore Fitness at the Concrete Theatre, 45920 Main St., Town Center, Concrete.

After finally getting through all the COVID closures and problems, I started teaching in person at the theater earlier this year. I'm purposely keeping the group fitness classes small this summer,although you are certainly welcome to text me for more information about them!

Text: 360-466-8754
Please include your name.

In general, there is a Tuesday afternoon workout for people who want a simple, low-impact exercise class. Perfect for beginners.

On Wednesday evenings, I teach a more advanced workout that's primarily cardio and core work.

And on Friday morning… Early!… I teach a weight training class.

For information about other activities at the Concrete Theatre and Act One Ice Cream, see below.

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