Kaytlyn Shepherd
Originally from northern Idaho, Kaytlyn has lived in Aspen for nearly 20 years, having first been brought here by the beauty and endless outdoor activities first brought me here, and having chosen to stay in order to raise her 3 children in this incredible area. Kaytlyn received her Pilates certification from Body Arts and Science International 15 years ago. Since then she has acquired many continuing education certifications including athletic advantage, pre-natal, post-natal and spinal injuries.
Her favorite exercise is plank to pike on the reformer. It’s such a simple movement, but gives the feeling of elongation and strengthening for the entire body. She has a true passion for teaching Pilates; in her own words, “I love to make people feel better in their bodies which trickles over to a better quality of life.”
Recent Blogs
Lagree Method for Knee Health
The Lagree Method is great way to improve lower body strength, and endurance in a low impact environment. The Megaformer is designed to offer joints direction and support under resistance, creating the perfect environment to strengthen the muscles that support the knees, and train these muscles to work for long periods of time as they […]
Vuori Clothing x Higher Terrain Aspen!
We were so exited to partner with Vuori Clothing in celebration of their new Aspen, Co store. If you’re looking for great athleisure wear to rock in our Pilates, and Lagree classes find them on the mall next to Aspen Sports! Love and Planks, Team Higher Terrain
5 Pilates Myths
Pilates is a popular exercise method that has been a mainstay in the fitness industry since the 90s. However, its wide spread popularity has also come with a cloud of myths. Higher Terrain is here to set the story straight! MYTH 1. Pilates is for women Pilates developed by Joseph Pilates actually developed the exercise […]
Lagree for Skiers
The Lagree method can help improve your skiing by improving balance, and stability, strengthening lower body muscles, and reducing your overall risk of injury. Lagree exercises are performed standing on the machine while performing functional movements like squats, and lunges which target quads, gluts, and hamstrings. The nature of the method “time under tension” is […]
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 […]