Ali Essig is a plant-based nutritionist, Pilates instructor, the founder of PlantWhys, and the creator of plant-based courses and coaching where she empowers women to achieve a smaller waist through a plant-based diet combined with core and pelvic floor exercises.
As a mother of six children, including twin baby boys, Ali found herself rushing to the emergency room with her 37 year old husband who had just suffered a stroke. After multiple tests, doctors found no clear answers and encouraged their family to eat a heart healthy diet by avoiding saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol and to eat more fiber.
Ali dived deep into the research and found that eating a plant-predominant diet would not only decrease her husband’s risk of stroke, but also decrease ALL types of chronic disease. She now combines her almost two decades of experience teaching pilates with a proven plant-based formula to help women finally have a stronger, more confident stomach.
Ali regularly shares vegan recipes on her popular youtube channel @PlantWhys and powerful plant-based insights on her Instagram account @PlantWhys.
Panel Q&A: Powered by Plants
Hosted by Robert Cheeke with vegan athletes Alisia Essig, Cyrus Khambatta, Giacomo Marchese, Maxime Sigouin, Dani Taylor, and Ivy Teves
Do you have questions about the nutrition athletes need to fuel their bodies on a plant-based diet? Concerned with getting the right types of carbohydrates to power through your weekend warrior lifestyle? Do you wonder how much protein you should eat after a tough workout? Learn from athletes who have achieved success in their sports, powered by a pure, plant-based diet. From endurance sports like running, to weight training, bodybuilding, and martial arts, these vegan athletes will help you fuel your athletic endeavors for optimal performance.
PILATES MAT CLASS
Join Ali Essig for a transformative Pilates mat class designed to strengthen your deep core and pelvic floor muscles while improving posture and flexibility. In this session, you’ll enjoy gentle, yet challenging, exercises that target the entire body, with expert modifications for all fitness levels. Ali’s focus on functional strength and deep core work helps to build a solid foundation to support an active lifestyle — perfect for anyone looking to boost core strength, enhance flexibility, and improve functional movements. Grab your mat and let’s get moving!
BARRE FUSION
Get ready to sculpt and tone with Ali Essig in this energizing Barre Fusion class! Combining the precision of Pilates, the grace of ballet, and the strength-building of functional movements, this class targets your core, glutes, arms, and legs with low-impact, high-repetition exercises that are paired with music. Ali’s expert guidance ensures that every movement supports core stability and alignment, with modifications provided for all levels. Expect a fun, full-body workout that boosts endurance, improves balance, and leaves you feeling stronger and more confident with every step.
GLUTE POWER PILATES
Boost strength and stability in this Pilates class with an emphasis on glute-focused moves! Ali Essig guides you through targeted exercises designed to tone and activate your glutes, with core-strengthening work to complement the burn. This class combines classic Pilates with dynamic glute-intensive moves, leaving you feeling balanced, strong, and energized. Get ready — by the end, you’ll be ready to kick some booty!
Individual Consultations and/or Workshops:
Email: Info@Holisticholidayatsea.com or call 305-928-1098 ext. 1003 with questions and to reserve your spot in advance.
Private Pilates Mat Work
In a private, one-on-one Pilates session, we’ll begin with a comprehensive assessment to check for diastasis recti, a condition where the two muscles in front of the belly separate, and discuss any areas that may need extra support, including previous injuries, scoliosis, or osteoporosis. From there, you’ll be guided through customized exercises focused on strengthening your pelvic floor and deep core muscles, helping you build stability, improve posture, and enhance flexibility safely. I’ll provide targeted adjustments and modifications to ensure each movement suits your unique needs, allowing you to progress confidently and comfortably toward your goals.
$150/person, 60 minutes $200/couple, 60 minutes
