FIT 407

by Susan Shalhoub

If you’ve ever tried Pilates but it’s been a few years since you have practiced this mind-body exercise, FIT 407 in Oviedo will rock your world. The studio offers Modern Pilates, which is a more robust workout than the traditional version, says Michele Nelson, co-founder of FIT 407.

So, if your exercise regimen needs to be ramped up – or even if you haven’t worked out at all lately – FIT 407 is the place for you. The scientifically designed workout can help if you want to increase your metabolism, strength, endurance, definition, alignment, flexibility, cardio, body composition, and bone density. And don’t we all?

“What we offer is a high-intensity workout with slow resistance training,” says Michele. “Traditional Pilates is a slower-paced workout which is great for some. This is a faster-paced, music-infused, incredibly fun studio environment that focuses on a full body workout.” 

Michele and her husband Mark co-founded FIT 407, which has nine locations across the state including the Oviedo studio. Their two daughters are also involved in the business.

“Teaching and managing the studio and seeing the confidence this workout provides is nothing short of amazing,” says Michele.

The studio’s Modern Pilates sessions, coupled with its specially designed equipment, bring targeted results. For a FIT 407 member who consistently attends three classes per week, results should be quite evident after 30 classes.

The studio’s slow-resistance training exercises are performed on machines called reformers, which add resistance using pulleys and springs. FIT 407’s scientifically developed and curated workouts allow for strategic input with maximized results. 

Through complete workouts and the machines’ high-tech capabilities, class members get to reap the benefits of improvement in their breathing, posture, flexibility, and strength. 

The average class attendee is between the ages of 20 to 55, says Michele, and individual abilities do differ. But those differences are never a problem at FIT 407.

“Age groups that are 16 and older are welcome,” she says. “We have a supportive, positive member experience here at FIT 407. It’s an environment that fosters a real sense of a FIT family. We are proud of that.”