A Day in the Life of Stefanie Hasbany
Pilates Instructor (Venice, Brentwood, and Santa Monica Studios)
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PILATES MOVES?
Mega Hamstring Curls. Kneeling Side Kicks and ABS. Abs on your back, abs in compound planks, twists and the pool of exercises that makes you use your abs for balance and stability.
WHAT'S ONE OF MY FAVORITE NON-PILATES WORKOUTS?
Dancing. I enjoy barre classes. It's really nothing like a ballet class but it takes me back. I've spent most of my life at the barre and in a dance studio so the barre, posture, external rotation, it makes me happy.
WHAT'S YOUR EXERCISE ROUTINE LIKE FOR A TYPICAL WEEK?
I try to switch it up but you will mostly find me taking barre or Pilates with an occasional yoga or TRX class thrown in the mix. I enjoy exercising outdoors as much as possible too. I live right by the beach so I'm always taking advantage by taking long walks and I will hike at least 2x a week and do the Santa Monica stairs for quick cardio fix too.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE HEALTHY FOODS?
I love spinach, kale, ginger, garlic and tumeric. Haricot verts. Cashews. Oranges. There's really not much I don't like:)
WHEN DO YOU WAKE UP?
It depends but typically I see my husband off to work around 8 am. But we like to sleep in when he's off or goes in later than usual.
WHAT DO YOU EAT FOR BREAKFAST?
Does coffee count? That's first and water with lemon. I don't usually eat as soon as I wake up but I will enjoy a grapefruit or Greek yogurt with chia seeds and banana earlier in the day.
WHAT DO YOU DO FIRST HALF OF DAY?
I will try to get into a class before I start teaching and/or hike, walk. I will stretch at home or give myself a mat class or work on the stability ball.
WHAT DO YOU EAT FOR LUNCH?
I'm not in the habit of eating the same thing at the same time everyday. I like to have small meals during the day so I don't feel weighed down or tired. But I will try to have some greens or a green juice. I will grab some nuts or avocado or cheese and fruit.
WHAT DO YOU DO DURING A TYPICAL AFTERNOON?
I usually teach in the afternoon and if I'm not I will get into class or go on a hike and get some fresh air.
WHAT DO YOU EAT FOR DINNER?
I always have a plethora of veggies in the fridge mostly for sides but sometimes for the main meal. We have pork, beef and fish at least once a week. My least favorite is chicken but I will make it from time to time.
WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A WORKOUT ON A TYPICAL DAY?
I always try to do something active that gets my heart rate up but on rest days is when I will get on the mat or take a walk and enjoy the view.
WHAT TIME DO YOU GO TO SLEEP?
Sometime around midnight on a typical night.
WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE PART OF THE DAY?
Everyday has a high at different times but my favorite part of the day is when my husband comes home from work.
WHAT'S YOUR BIGGEST SOURCE OF INSPIRATION... WHAT KEEPS YOU GOING EVERYDAY?
My husband inspires me to be the best person I can be everyday and he keeps things in perspective for me.
I love to take classes and studio hop to see how other teachers interpret things and encourage their class. I'm inspired when trying new things and when staying connected to the student process. I'm inspired by what's tried and true and what's best and fresh. I'm inspired when I stay in the moment.
WHAT ARE YOUR TRAINER TIPS OR WORDS OF ADVICE FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN PILATES AND A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE?
Stay present. Try not to worry about anyone else in class or anything going on outside of class, listen to the music, listen to the instructor and listen to your body and do your best. Same for your diet. Listen to what your body needs. Eat when you're hungry and embrace the wealth of health that is out there for you to savor.
Watch Stefanie in her Trainer Bio video HERE!
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