Welcome to the Jungle: Preparing for Your Session

Everything you need to know before your first visit — from grip socks to fresh pipa.

Welcome to where the jungle meets the sea in beautiful Nosara, Costa Rica!

Here are a few tips to prepare for your training session at Vida Movement Studio:

Arrival. Please arrive on time for your appointment to receive your full 50 minute training session.
Clothing. Wear comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement. Grip socks are required for using the Pilates equipment. If you forgot yours, no problem. We keep a few pairs handy.
Water. Please bring your own full water bottle. We live in a hot, humid, tropical climate so extra mineral support may be required with exercise. Consider adding a pinch of salt and lime juice to your water for natural electrolytes, or have a fresh pipa on training days.
Footwear. At Vida Movement footwear is optional. We do require grip socks for use of the Pilates equipment. Recommended footwear are flat heeled or barefoot training shoes, or cross-trainers for cardio equipment.
Nourishment. We recommend eating a balanced meal 90–120 minutes before your training session, and a post-workout snack or meal with protein and complex carbohydrates within 60 minutes after training.

Every journey starts with a complimentary consultation — your goals, your history, and a plan built around them.

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Fitness coach and Pilates teacher with over twenty years in the industry, now training clients from the jungle in Nosara, Costa Rica. Read her story

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