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Northshore May 2020

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56 MAY 2020 I N - D E P T H more." To continue to keep those positive, healthy vibes going, she has launched online live classes. "Although we love technology, and what it's allowing us to do in this current climate," she says, "we're looking forward to all being together again in person." precisionpilatesplus.com Wellness Hot Yoga in North Andover has also moved classes online so that clients can continue to receive the benefits of this restorative yoga practice when they need it most. The studio encourages all students to watch the video from owner Teri Almquist for more details, and to get an idea of what to expect during the class. bikramyogamv.com Janelle Monteiro, owner of Middleton's Body Ambition Fitness, is posting a series of at-home workout videos on her Instagram, @janellemonteiro. You will need dumbbells for these workouts, but that's all. Monteiro outlines each workout on her whiteboard, and then shows demos of each exercise. Sometimes, you might chance a glimpse of her baby daughter running around the studio. bodyambition.com At Oxygen in Andover, classes have also gone online, and when you sign up for a virtual class, your first class is free. Select the class you want in MindBody and use the "First Virtual Class Free" special to give it a try. If the cost is prohibitive for you, founder and studio owner Amy Cieslik encourages you to reach out. Virtual class fees can be waived or other arrangements worked out in the name of your health and wellness. oxygenfitness.net B O U T I Q U E S Stephanie Sipley, owner of SoleAmour in Andover and Winchester, has continued to work every day. "I've been posting online videos; some are about selling products, some are flash sales, and some have been informational to stay connected to my customers." She'll talk, for example, about how to pare down your closet to key pieces you need in your wardrobe. "I'm trying to switch it up each day. I have been extremely busy selling through Instagram—like, beyond busy. I never expected this, but I have a captive audience, and I realize how people are reacting to seeing me; it has been quite successful." soleamour.com Sandra Sigman, owner of Les Fleurs in Andover, has had to furlough her staff and is working with her niece to create floral arrangements for Easter, Passover, and birthdays and anniversaries; she is delivering the orders herself. "It has been so devastating to lose my staff, but I am hoping we can all get back to work soon." Sigman's wedding business is on hold, of course, and sourcing flowers from Europe has been a challenge. But she improvises with what is available. At the end of the day, if there are flowers left over, she creates bouquets and delivers them to local assisted living facilities in the Andover area. "I'm glad I can bring a little joy and beauty during such difficult times," says Sigman. lesfleurs.com

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