Reset this fall with a restorative foam roller class followed by an insightful conversation about the science of peptides and how they can help to support strength recovery, longevity and general wellness this holiday season.
WHEN: Saturday, November 7th 10:30-12p
WHERE: Axis Pilates (1138 E. 6th Ave. Denver)
COST: $35 (Axis Members: can use an existing class credit)
Pilates Foam Roller Class: 50 min Pilates class using the foam roller prop, giving your body the perfect mix of stretching, recovery and restoring that it needs.
A discussion about the science behind peptides, strength, recovery & longevity: You’ve probably been hearing a lot about peptides lately. They’re showing up in conversations about muscle, metabolism, recovery, body composition, and longevity. But what are they actually doing in the body, and why is there so much interest in them?
If you’re someone who invests in Pilates, strength training, good nutrition, and taking care of your health, this is a conversation worth having.
Join Rachel Leigh at Axis Pilates as we explore the growing interest in peptides, how they work, and what the latest research tells us about their potential role in fitness, recovery, and healthy aging.
We’ll also talk about something that often gets overlooked in these conversations: the foundation. Your body still needs enough protein, proper nutrition, muscle-building exercise, good sleep, and healthy daily habits. Understanding how these pieces work together is just as important as understanding the latest tools.
We’ll cover what peptides are, which ones are being studied, where the science is promising, and what questions are worth asking before considering them.
Whether you’re navigating changes in hormones, working to maintain muscle, improving mobility, recovering from an injury, or simply interested in what’s next in health and wellness, we’ll connect the science to the things you’re already doing to take care of yourself.
This is not medical advice. Some peptides are investigational, and a licensed medical provider determines whether any treatment is appropriate.
Speaker Bio: Rachel Leigh | Founder of Luxia Coaching. A Certified Functional Nutrition Therapist and Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach with 16 years of experience in nutrition, metabolic health, weight management, and behavior change.
Rachel has worked with more than 1,000 clients, helping them understand how nutrition, hormones, movement, and lifestyle habits affect how they feel and function.
Her interest in peptides comes from the growing research into how these compounds interact with the body’s natural signaling systems and where they may fit into a broader approach to health.
Rachel brings both clinical nutrition experience and a practical perspective to the conversation, helping people understand emerging health tools while keeping the fundamentals of nutrition, strength, and healthy aging at the center.