Instructor Highlight: Lisa Hubbard ~ Costa Mesa, California, USA

Lisa HubbardCosta Mesa, California, USAA Visiting Instructor on PilatesAnytime.com and the creator and founder of Rhythm Pilates™ in Costa Mesa, CA.What originally motivated you to try Pilates?I have never been a fan of traditional gyms. The stigma, the sweaty equipment, and back then I thought I would become bulky working with weights. I would much rather glisten at the ballet barre and have fun dancing in a class. During my dancing days, I discovered the Pilates room adjacent to the studio and became instantly intrigued. I wanted to try it right then and there! I eventually sought out the amazing and wonderful Rael Isacowitz, and from the very first session I was hooked, as most of us are.The last thing you bought and loved?The last thing I bought and love is my Vitamix machine. I can now cook!In one word, describe your first Pilates experience?Enlightened.Your favorite Pilates exercise?One of my favorite Pilates exercise is the Pelvic Curl. It is the best tool for me as I assess new clients and my students. Your favorite website (other than Pilates Anytime)?My favorite website other than Pilates Anytime is Pilates.About.com . I love Marguerite Ogle.Your favorite workout clothes?My absolute favorite brand of workout clothing is by Elisabetta Rogiani. The fabrics are soft and easy to get in and out of.The last song you downloaded?The last song I downloaded was Muse’s Madness. I am obsessed.Do you practice a particular style of Pilates?I enjoy taking classes that offer differing styles; there is still so much to learn, but if I’m working out alone, I stick with my roots, BASI Pilates® and of course, Rhythm Pilates.Where do you use Pilates Anytime?I use Pilates Anytime everywhere (duh)!Do you have a motto?Decide your passion. Explore and live it thoroughly and well. And train with those whom grow and nurture you through your process. The living person you most admire?This is a toughie. I admire my son more than anything and so proud to have an amazing son like him, but I can’t exclude my little sister. She has been my rock; she has stuck with me through thick and thin and one of my biggest supporters. To find out more about Lisa's Upcoming Rhythm Pilates Courses, click here.To take one of Lisa's classes on Pilates Anytime, click here.