Pilates, Entrepreneurship, and Wellness: A Conversation with Maya of Move with Maya Pilates

In this episode, I'm joined by Maya, the powerhouse behind Move with Maya Pilates. We dive into her journey from being a Midwest girl with a passion for movement to owning her successful Pilates studio. Maya shares her transition from heavy weightlifting to finding love in Pilates, the challenges of opening a small business, and the importance of self-love and kindness towards our bodies. We also discuss fitness tips, advice for budding entrepreneurs, and Maya's recent collaboration with Body Lura for a 30-day Pilates program. Tune in for an inspiring chat about health, wellness, and the entrepreneurial spirit.

00:00 Special Summer Treat: Meet Maya, the Pilates IT Girl

00:42 Maya's Journey: From Wisconsin to Pilates Studio Owner

01:46 Discovering Pilates: From CrossFit to Feeling Strong and Supported

03:54 Becoming an Instructor: From Gymnastics to Pilates

06:08 Movement as Medicine: Changing Perspectives on Fitness

08:04 Starting a Business: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

17:08 Building a Community: The Power of Word of Mouth

21:18 Growing the Team

22:20 The Hard Work Behind Success

24:52 Embracing Opportunities

26:37 Words of Encouragement

30:13 Advice for Beginners

32:10 Consistency in Business

33:36 Upcoming Events and Social Media