Pilates helps to build and maintain flexibility, strength, balance and coordination. It can also dramatically improve posture, particularly as we age. The method was developed by Joseph Pilates about 100 years ago.  So there is no trendiness or fad involved.  It's an exercise format that is here to stay. Check out a video about Pilates here. 

I am nationally certified as a comprehensive Pilates instructor and teach privately or in group lessons. Learn more about Pilates from the fact sheet below.  And watch a 1936 video of Joseph Pilates demonstrating the Wunda Chair here.  
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Below, please find a fact sheet about Pilates.  If you are curious about how Pilates can help strengthen your back and improve posture, click here. And let's talk about breathing, what Joe Pilates called the first and the last act in life. My favorite muscle in the human body is the diaphragm.  It's located within the rib cage and delivers oxygen to and from the lungs.  The heart sits essentially on top of the diaphragm. When we breathe and the diaphragm moves up and down, it literally massages the heart with each inhale and exhale. Check out how the diaphragm moves. 

​To inquire about private Pilates sessions using the reformer, Wunda Chair, tower and barrels, please email me at [email protected].

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