Aisha Melina
Aisha Moved to Aspen from Sweden in 2001 to snowboard and enjoy the mountains. She’s a certified Pilates instructor and Yoga therapist and is continually studying biomechanics with her mentor Jules Mitchell. Aisha loves the reformer as it “lights up the body like nothing else does.” but she especially loves anything with her feet in the straps. Aisha’s style is playful and she’s constantly turning classic Joseph moves into modern, feel-good sequences. Her mission is to give her students a kick-a** workout and her motto is “Play around and have fun because success is even sweeter if you enjoy the way there.”
Recent Blogs
Top tips for your first Lagree Class
So you’re ready to take your first Lagree class in Aspen. Even if you’re a Pilates pro, Lagree isn’t like your regular Pilates class. Check out our tips below to ensure you’re on your A-game! Bring Grippy Socks: Grip socks are required for all Megaformer classes. The grippy surface on the bottom of the socks […]
How many times a week should I do Pilates?
Pilates like most forms of exercise is most effective if practiced a minimum of 2 times weekly. Keeping a consistent schedule of Pilates workouts will result in increased strength, flexibility, and endurance. Whether you’re focusing on mobility, or core strength booking a consistent Reformer schedule will give you the best chance for success! See you […]
Yoga or Pilates – What’s the Better Workout?
Yoga and Pilates are both low impact workouts that are touted to improve posture, core strength, and vitality to ones mind, and body. However, while there may be some carry over between the two workouts, they are inherently different. With the various forms of yoga classes, and plethora of yoga studios in aspen, yoga at […]
Why we love offseason in Aspen, Colorado
In Aspen, Colorado we love our seasons. Winter has the best powder, summer the warmest days, and bluest skies. However, the locals will tell you it’s the offseason that is their favorite. Spring and fall are amazing times to be in the mountains. Quieter, and longer days also lend time to work on recharging, and […]
Pilates for Men: Not Just for Ballerinas
While Pilates started as a rehabilitation method for ballet dancers, it has since evolved into a methodology focusing on core, functional strengthening, posture, and flexibility. Many of these factors could benefit men who tend to overtrain certain joint, and muscles and neglect postural, and flexibility training creating movement imbalances. Pilates, at its simplest, zeroes in […]
Stretching | Our Top Pick of the month
Pilates and Lagree are both fantastic exercise methods which improve flexibility, and prevent injury. The Pilates Reformer allows clients to move through full range of motion with the help of the machine in a supported environment. The Megaformer is designed to allows client to work through full range of motion as well while performing Lagree […]
Lagree or Pilates | Which workout is for me?
All group fitness classes at Higher Terrain Aspen are accessible to any fitness level, however students might be looking for different things in their workout. We’re here to break down the differences between our Lagree Method classes, and Pilates Reformer classes. Lagree Method Classes Machine – Megaformer Fitness goals – Burn calories, build strength, and endurance, […]
6 Pilates Exercises that target your core
We all know that practicing Pilates exercise is one of the most effective ways to strengthen your core. Aside from having a chiselled mid section, having a strong core is important for helping you perform better during out door sports, stabilizing your lower back, and improving posture. Pilates is low impact, making it suitable for […]
Fuel your Pilates workout with Plant Based Food
Here are our top picks for a plant based boost before or after your Pilates workout in Aspen, Colorado! These favorite, locals spots are right around the corner from Higher Terrain studio! Power up with a Kermit Smoothie at JUS Aspen Pack a protein punch with a Go Green Scramble at Spring Cafe Aspen Energize […]
How is Lagree different from Pilates?
Are you looking to get in the best shape yet this year? If so, you might consider trying Lagree Method and Pilates Reformer workouts. Both of these versatile total-body workouts are designed to help you improve muscle tone and range of motion, get in shape, and improve your overall fitness level. A Comprehensive Comparison: Lagree […]