I was introduced to Power Pilates©
in 2007; a unique program that teaches the exercises and principles created by Joseph Pilates through a classical - systematic
- integrative approach. This classical system allows for the body time to heal, balance and change naturally through movement.
I am certified through the Power Pilates©
Systems Level and certified through Balanced Body.
How
did I get involved with Pilates? I was
diagnosed with Type II Diabetes in 2001. Trust me -- it was a huge wakeup call – at that point in my life, I was stressed,
sedentary and overweight. A lifestyle change was in order -- I wanted an alternative, gradual and life-long mind/body exercise
rather than just ‘getting back to the gym’. Fortunately, my friend (who now owns a Pilates studio in Germany)
was enrolled in a Pilates Instructor certification program and asked me to work with her as a ‘practice body’.
It was of mutual benefit – she fulfilled her certification hour requirements and I fell in love with Pilates.
Along with diabetic education, dietary changes and exercise
– I began to feel stronger, healthier and more confident which resulted in the addition of other forms of exercise such
as Krav Maga kickboxing, golfing, "running" 5Ks, swimming, cycling and recently became a Tiathlete.
I decided to pursue a Pilates Instructor certification,
so I can share my love for Pilates with others who may have the same thoughts about 'conventional exercise regiments' like
I once did and enjoy the benefits Pilates has to offer......
