Think Somatics & Take It Outside Fitness

08/08/2026

I'll be at the Waynesville Public Library August 19th to share effective ways to use resistance bands.

I'll have pull up assistance bands on hand, which are different from tubing bands, and much sturdier/safer than the cheap ones from the PT. I'll show you ways to strengthen your abs, back, legs, bum, shoulders and arms.

BENEFITS of BAND WORKOUTS
~ supper affordable
~ different load than weights or machines
~ easy to store
~ take them on the road, to work, the park, etc
~ you can NOT throw your clothes on them like a treadmill! 🤣

Registration is required.
Space is limited.
A few spots are still available, so hop to it!
https://www.haywoodlibrary.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=5754&month=8&year=2026&day=19&calType=0

06/21/2026

Right off the bat, I want to say I'm not dissing physical therapists. They know what they know. What they do is completely different from Somatics and vice versa. A PT may have helped you and that's awesome! But when a client said this, the class completely cracked up, so I wanted to share the story with you.

I recently started a Somatics class dedicated to folks with neurological disorders. They're an awesome group of human beings! So insightful and excited to try new things. We have amazing conversations and ah-ha moments every week. Truly a blessing for all of us.

Regardless of who's in any class I teach, I aim to modify any movements, if needed, so everyone can do them. Working with the neuro group means I get to be extra creative to come up with inventive ways to move their bodies.

I won't share specific details of a recent class and one of the student's needs (for the sake of privacy), but with a modification I came up with on the fly, meant the student was able move and to sense parts of their body that they hadn't been able to move in years.

At the end of class when we wrap up and share our experiences, that particular student said, "I can't believe how much I want to fire my physical therapist." They said their PT was a nice person and they really like him, but the PT had never got certain parts of their body to move.

I just want to say, if you have plateaued with your PT, or you're experiencing pain in the process, please consider Somatics. Somatics is a true wholistic approach. Somatics works with your nervous system, not just your body parts in isolation.

Sometimes folks tell me they won't try Somatics because it's not covered by insurance. Instead they'll just keep doing PT, chiropractic and/or massage because those treatments are covered. If you're paying multiple co-payments for the revolving door treatments, please know, with Somatics I can give you things to help you right now, and get results faster. Somatics can actually save you time and money.

Since Somatics can help folks with neurological disorders, just imagine what it could do for you. Clients
~ get out of pain
~ sleep better
~ calm down
~ reduce stress levels
~ relate to others better
~ avoid surgery
~ reverse incontinence
~ and more.

Come try a class!
11:30am | Mondays*
3:30pm | Wednesdays *
10:30am | Thursdays
10:00am | Fridays**

* these classes are hybrid, meets in the studio AND online
** this is the class dedicated to folks with neurological disorders.
Everyone is welcomed in all classes.
You can learn more here and sign up.
https://www.thinksomatics.com/live-classes.html

05/19/2026

Hi All!

I have two mini-workshops coming up and wanted to share the info for you, and for anyone you know who could benefit.

Mobility Training for Neurological Disorders
Friday May 22 10:30am
Are you or someone you know dealing with neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s MS, dystonia, etc?

Come explore the wonders of neuroplasticity— the brain’s ability to rewire itself— with gentle movements. Reclaim better voluntary control of your muscles that can help with tremors, balance, stiffness, etc. Class will be done while seated in a chair, with optional standing and walking movements.

UNCLENCH — Beyond Kegel’s for Pelvic Floor Health
Tuesday May 26 5:30pm
Too often women are just told to tighten their pelvic floor muscles to counter pain and incontinence. Yet there is more to your pelvic floor health than just your PF! How you breathe, stand, sit, and move all impact and are effected by your PF. This class will take a global perspective of how your entire body—PF and all— should work together as a happy, relaxed state of mind and body.

These classes are just $20 and a perfect gateway into gentle movements to improve sensory-motor patterns.

The link to register is in the comments below. :-)

04/13/2026

If I was only exercising to lose weight, I'd probably be frustrated. Instead I'm proud of how freaking strong I can be! That's gonna help me in my next chapter, not what clothing size I fit into.

03/18/2026

Glad to see cabbage, my go-to veggie for decades, not just in 2026, get the respect it deserves. Plus it's cheap! I eat cabbage every day, including at breakfast.

This culturally iconic nutritional powerhouse is having a well-deserved moment.

03/14/2026

Registration is open for the 2026 Smoky Mountain Yoga Festival! I'll be sharing the Secrets of Pain Relief with Somatics this year. Last year the Somatics class sold out, so be sure to grab a ticket to the festival ASAP. In addition to class I will also host an open house in my studio at Folkmoot for folks to come chat and learn more. Link to register in the comments!

02/14/2026

If front raises are on your workout list, you may want to swap them out. I've always thought it was not a good exercise, didn't mimic anything in real life. This is an example of what I will cover in the Learn to Lift for Life course!

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02/14/2026

Latest newsletter with the EARLYBIRD discount for both the Menopause Kickstarter Course and Learn to Lift for Life Course. Learn to Lift is almost sold out. Join us!

We are just over a week away from the kick off the second term of Menopause Kickstarter Course and the all new Learn to Lift for Life Course!

02/10/2026

February 23 launches the NEW TERM for these two courses! While most trainers are building their businesses on streaming and never actually connecting with their clients LIVE, I'm going old school. ☺️

These are small group training courses, so
• we connect each week (in the studio or Zoom)
• I'll be able to give you modifications for exercises so you get the most out of them
• avoid injury and really engrain your training in your nervous system
• you'll be part of a awesome group of ladies going through the course together
• you'll receive daily lessons in your box with workouts; mindset prompts; cheat sheets on sleep, alcohol, protein, and more
and you'll have access to the lessons long after the course is over

These courses are for women who want to get strong, stay sharp, love their bodies at any age and size. Please check out the course links in the comments below for all the details.

Who am I? I'm Kristin Jackson, a body-positive Personal Trainer, Somatic Educator and Menopause Coach with nearly 30 years of experience. My mission is to help women stay strong, positive and able-bodied as we age. Skinny is no longer the priority. Living strong and well IS!

Oh, yeah! Be sure take advantage of the Eearly Bird $20 off discount. Use coupon code EARLYBIRD20!