Show Up for Yourself All Summer Long ☀️
If you know me very well, you know I’m usually listening to a book…or five…at any given time. 😊
My current read is The Expectation Effect by David Robson. It’s all about how our mindset can influence our health, habits and even the outcomes we experience in life. The book shares study after study showing that what we expect can actually shape what happens next.
And honestly, I think I could sum up the whole book in one simple sentence:
If you expect a positive outcome, you are much more likely to create one.
I love that idea because it reminds us that we always have a choice in how we approach things. We can focus on obstacles…or we can focus on possibilities. And if looking for the positive has the potential to help us feel stronger, healthier and happier…why wouldn’t we choose that direction whenever we can?
Summer is the perfect example.
You can tell yourself summer is going to be too busy and your movement routine will probably fall apart. And if that’s the expectation you carry into the season…there’s a good chance it will happen.
Or…you can look at summer as an opportunity.
Longer days. More energy. More walks outside. More chances to move your body, feel strong and stay consistent doing something that helps you feel good.
That’s exactly why we created our Rivercity Pilates Summer Challenge.
We wanted a fun, encouraging way to help you stay connected to your movement practice all summer long — even with vacations, busy schedules and all the unpredictability that summer can bring.
Here’s How the Challenge Works
Complete 30 sessions between June 1 and August 31 and win a brand new Rivercity Pilates t-shirt!
That’s it.
No perfection required.
No “starting over.”
No pressure to do everything perfectly.
Just consistency, momentum and a reminder that small actions really do add up over time.
Your sessions can include:
- In-studio small groups
- Private sessions
- Virtual sessions
- On-demand workouts
You can mix and match in whatever way works best for your summer schedule.
Why We Love Challenges Like This
Sometimes having a simple goal helps us stay connected to the habits that help us feel our best.
Not because we’re chasing perfection…
But because movement helps us:
- feel stronger
- move with more confidence
- improve energy and balance
- reduce stress
- keep doing the things we love
And honestly? There’s something really satisfying about coloring in those little challenge spots all summer long. 😊
Ready to Join Us?
Download your Summer Challenge tracker, hang it on your fridge or bulletin board and start checking off your sessions beginning June 1!
Whether you complete all 30 sessions or simply move more consistently this summer than you would have otherwise…you win.
Because every session is a way of showing up for yourself.
We can’t wait to cheer you on this summer! 💜
