Sophie Cunningham isn’t just stretching her hamstrings; she’s stretching the limits of “serious” fitness.
Phoenix Mercury guard Sophie Cunningham, a WNBA star and Instagram favorite, had her 308k followers laughing (and maybe cringing) with her latest Pilates escapades. Known for blending fashion, hoops, and humor in her posts, Cunningham once again proved why fans can’t get enough of her off-court antics.
On Thursday, Sophie took to her Instagram story to dish about a particularly “unserious” Pilates session. But this wasn’t your typical zen-and-zenith moment. Instead of quiet concentration, it sounded more like a comedy club with a glute workout thrown in for good measure.
“I should’ve recorded the glute workout, hahaha! Everyone was in pain. The MOST unserious Pilates group ever, but she loves us!!!” Cunningham shared, likely in between bouts of laughter and stretches she’ll regret tomorrow.
Who’s the mystery workout buddy?
While Sophie didn’t tag her Pilates partner, speculation is rife. A fellow Mercury teammate? A friend? Maybe someone equally incapable of keeping a straight face while holding a plank. Whoever it is, the vibe screams chaos—and we’re here for it.
Of course, getting into peak WNBA shape isn’t all jokes and Pilates planks. Cunningham is gearing up for another challenging season. After playing a career-high 40 games in 2024, she’ll want to rebound from a scoring dip that saw her numbers drop from 11.3 points per game in 2023 to 8.4 last year.
Peak Cunningham: A Flashback
Let’s rewind to Cunningham’s breakout season in 2022. She averaged a career-best 12.6 points per game, shot a sizzling 44.9% from the field, and was a key player in the Mercury’s playoff push. Her performance earned her third place in the Most Improved Player voting. So yes, she has the skills. Pilates antics or not, fans are optimistic that she can reignite that 2022 spark.
Sophie Cunningham Classic: Where Dreams Begin
But if there’s one thing Cunningham takes seriously, it’s giving back. Last weekend, she hosted the third annual Sophie Cunningham Classic at Columbia College in her hometown of Columbia, Missouri. This tournament, aimed at showcasing high school talent, has become a staple for young athletes looking to impress college scouts.
“Creating a platform for them to continue to play really high-level basketball in their backyard is what it’s about,” Cunningham said. “It’s fun to interact with the fans, with the teams, with the girls.”
Fun and interaction? Classic Cunningham.
What’s next for Sophie?
As the Phoenix Mercury gear up for another season, fans are eager to see if Cunningham can bounce back to her 2022 form. But for now, she’s busy perfecting her Pilates—if “perfection” includes laughing through glute bridges.
Keep those Pilates stories coming, Sophie. The WNBA season can wait; we’re still recovering from the mental image of “the most unserious Pilates group ever.”