Vitality Health & Fitness: February NewsletterHello Vitality Community, March is here, and with it comes the final stretch of our Winter Strength & Conditioning Session, along with some exciting momentum as we look ahead to our next 12-week training block starting March 30. As always, we recommend that anyone starting in our Strength & Conditioning or Timeless (60+) programs begin at the start of a 12-week block. These programs are intentionally structured so that weeks 1–3 are highly coached, focusing on learning movement variations, understanding setup, and building a program that works for you. From there, we work through that program all the way to week 12, making sustainable, individualized progress. Across each 12-week block you’ll notice repetition in movement patterns, this is by design. It allows those of you who have been with us for multiple cycles to continue building strength, confidence, and challenge over the long term, while newer participants gain the foundation they need to progress safely and effectively. A Buzzing Winter SessionThis winter session has been busy, full, and energizing. The studio has truly been buzzing with record numbers in our Strength & Conditioning and Timeless (60+) programs, and our new Standing Strong program has received fabulous feedback with strong participation right from the start. The energy in the space has been amazing, and we are so proud of all of you for showing up with curiosity, a growth mindset, and a willingness to learn along the way. Class Scheduling & WaitlistsWe remain committed to helping members and class-pass holders attend classes on the days and times that suit them best. If there is a class you would like to attend that is currently full, please add yourself to the waitlist. This is incredibly helpful for our planning and decision-making, and allows us to better navigate scheduling, capacity, and onboarding new clients. Please also keep an eye out for a separate clients-only email regarding some upcoming scheduling system changes aimed at alleviating Scheduling APP issues that some of you have been experiencing. Weeks 9–12: Where the Magic Happens ✨Starting March 2, we enter week 9 of 12. These final weeks are often where progress really starts to show — and that can look very different depending on where you are in your Vitality journey. If this is your first 12-week block, you may notice improved movement confidence, better understanding of setup, appropriate loading or rep ranges, and increased body awareness around your strengths and areas for growth. If you’ve been with Vitality for years (and many of you are approaching five years with us!), progress may feel more subtle. This is completely normal. As strength increases, progress naturally slows, heavier loads take longer to build toward than those early, exciting beginner gains. This is just another way we need to listen to our body to build sustainably and decrease risk and increase rewards.
Remember: progress doesn’t only mean adding weight. It can be found in an extra rep, a more complex movement variation, improved control, an added class, or better balance across movement patterns. If pushing feels easy but pulling doesn’t (or vice versa), it may be time to maintain one and focus on strengthening the other. This is exactly why we coach the way we do and why weeks 9–12 are some of my personal favourites. I love having conversations with clients about what’s next, how to unlock the next step, and how to make a plan when things start to feel mastered. I also love that facial expression that I catch right before I know there’s a story of progress behind it. This is what community and having a coach with you at all steps of your training is all about. A Few March HighlightsVitality Black T-Shirts on Sale
$22 each and receive a free drawstring bag. Limited sizes available — once they’re gone, they’re gone as we make room for new merch. Fascial Stretch Therapy with Alyssa
More dates coming in March — stay tuned! These book quickly, and feedback continues to be incredible. March Break Schedule
With strong attendance and an amazing coaching team, we’ll be offering a full class schedule throughout March Break this year.
Thinking About Getting Started?If you or someone you know is interested in joining our next 12-week block, I am hosting two casual drop-in information sessions: Monday, March 23 | 4:00–5:45 PM Thursday, March 26 | 6:30–8:00 PM
These sessions are a relaxed opportunity to ask questions, explore the space, meet me, and learn how everything works — with zero pressure to commit. If it feels like the right fit, I can help guide you into the program that best suits where you’re at. Thank you for being part of this incredible community. Your commitment, openness, and consistency are what make Vitality such a special place to coach and train. Here’s to finishing this block strong and stepping confidently into what’s next. Warmly,
Michelle Laidlaw
Owner • Founder • Coach
Vitality Health & Fitness
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