Novi's New 'Club Pilates' Already Using Wait Lists

Pilates workouts are designed for everyone, says Club Pilates owner Kristen Cronin.

Business at Club Pilates in Novi has been booming since it opened in April and has even attracted the attention of Novi Mayor Bob Gatt. Owner and certified pilates instructor Kristen Cronin said Gatt is visiting Club Pilates on Monday to work out for a fitness video sponsored by the city. The fitness club is also popular among everyday residents. Cronin said there are wait lists for several classes. "Pilates is turning into this elitist thing in a lot of areas. But it’s really not designed to be like that. It's for everyone," she said. Club Pilates offers classes at half the cost of what the industry currently offers, she said. Club Pilates started in San Diego and Novi's location, at 39799 Grand River Ave., is the first branch in Michigan…

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Anytime Fitness Now Open in Novi

The gym opened in late December.

If you're still looking to get started on your New Year's resolution, Anytime Fitness has just opened in Novi and is accepting new members. The gym opened in late December at 47980 Grand River Avenue across from Providence Park Hospital and is owned by David and Karla Michael of Hartland.  The fitness franchise has been around for 10 years and now has nearly 2,000 locations across the nation — all of which its members are welcome to use. What's unique about the gym is that members get their own key to the door, so they can come and exercise any time they want on any day of the year. The gym is staffed and the doors are open during the day, but members can let themselves in at night. Since the staff isn't always there, Anytime is equipped …

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Healthy Living Can Prevent Breast Cancer: Novi Resources

Research shows good nutrition and exercise can help prevent breast cancer.

You might be able to find help fighting breast cancer and other types of cancers at your local grocery store and fitness centers, according to the research findings of Dr. Marian Neuhouser, Ph.D, RD.  Neuhouser is a nutritional epidemiologist with a background in nutritional sciences. She is an investigator at Seattle’s Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Her research is focused on lifestyle factors such as nutrition and physical activity. Some factors may prevent breast and prostate cancer and improve survivorship in those diagnosed with cancer.   According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year, more than 200,000 American women are diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,000 American women will die from …

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ONE Training Opens in Novi

The company offers fitness classes, nutrition counseling and workshops.

ONE Training, a total wellness company dedicated to helping people live in balance, opened in Novi at 40400 Grand River, Suites I & J on Monday. To celebrate, the company is offering two weeks of free fitness classes and is hosting a fundraiser benefiting the Neonatal ICU of Providence Hospital’s Novi and Southfield locations.    The Novi-based, 5,000 square foot center offers group fitness classes, yoga, seminars, workshops, lunch/learn sessions, lifestyle coaching, nutrition counseling, health and fitness assessments, personal & small group training, corporate health & wellness initiatives, and its signature program, the ONE Fit Challenge.   ONE Training focuses on all aspects of healthy living – physical fitness, proper nutrition, work-…

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Detroit Pistons Conditioning Coach To Share Fitness Tips in Novi

Arnie Kander will speak at a free seminar.

Meet Detroit Pistons strength and conditioning coach Arnie Kander at The Better Health Market located in Novi on Saturday, June 16 at 2 p.m. and listen to his free strength and conditioning seminar. He will provide tips on getting motivated for summer fitness of all levels, according to a press release.  Kander is entering his 21st season with the Detroit Pistons. He works on the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries for the Pistons, but also designs specific programs that are aimed at enhancing individual players’ flexibility, strength and aerobic conditioning. An innovator in the strength and conditioning field, and a 1987 graduate in physical therapy from Wayne State University, Kander began his career as the sports …

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Novi Offers New Fitness Classes

The city offers a variety of classes that can help you stay health this new year.