Who says you can’t stay active into your golden years, say into your sixties, seventies, eighties and beyond? There is that saying, “You’re as young as you feel.” Some days, we don’t “feel” young but going to Better Bodies Pilates can help you physically turn back time.
These individuals who enjoy Pilates have shared their thoughts on how it keeps them upbeat and moving.
John Schmader
What has Pilates done for you?
Basically, it has helped me to retain flexibility so I can lead an active life. I live on a farm and am an active outdoorsman. My back was the original reason I started Pilates. I spent 32 years in the Army, 19 of them jumping out of airplanes. As a result, I had difficulty walking without pain. I can joyfully say that I now have improved balance, and my hips and lower back are almost pain free!
What ways do you stay active as a result of Pilates?
I spend many hours in the woods with my dogs either hunting, training them or just walking. I also drive my tractor. Pilates has allowed me to sit in the seat and not get cramped. It also allows me to turn around and back up, something I could not do before. The flexibility I have gained along with core strength affords me the opportunity to get on and off equipment. I can often outwalk people many years my junior!
What surprised you when you added Pilates to your fitness routine?
It helped me mentally to get out from in front of the TV and get outside. Secondly, it helped me retain a younger frame of mind. Third, I can do things I should not be able to do at my age. I encourage all my friends to get into Pilates and experience what I’m feeling! Linda- Pilates
Client 16 years
What has Pilates done for you?
I originally started taking Pilates to deal with back pain as well as maintain flexibility in my body. I started out taking mat Pilates and found that the combination of mat and the Pilates equipment was just the right combination. The small class sizes and experienced teachers make me feel like I'm in a private lesson even when I'm with a class.
What ways do you stay active as a result of Pilates?
I am an avid animal lover and the "victim" of many foster fails! I love being active with my rescue animals including several daily walks and car rides. In the summer my husband and I spend as much time boating as my schedule will allow.
What surprised you when you added Pilates to your fitness routine?
What has surprised me the most is how Pilates gives me a sense of well-being and that helps me deal with the stress of being a business owner in a fast-paced environment.
Beth - Pilates Client 4 months
What has Pilates done for you?
Sitting at a desk has resulted in tight muscles, especially my hips. The stretching, in Pilates, has helped so much that my hip is no longer hurting. I've also noticed increased core strength.
What ways do you stay active as a result of Pilates?
The flexibility and core strength has helped me when doing my weight-lifting workouts. It helps me hold myself up and not feel so fatigued after sitting at a desk job all day. It also helps keep me feeling energized to keep up with my teenagers!
What surprised you when you added Pilates to your fitness routine?
I was surprised at how well I felt after each session. I am more aware of my posture and feel energized.
Dick - Pilates Client 16 years
What has Pilates done for you?
I do a combination of Pilates Mat and Pilates equipment. Pilates gives me the tools to think about and correct my posture through core strengthening, focus on spinal mobility and the stretching element.
What ways do you stay active as a result of Pilates?
I am a life-long swimmer and took up wake surfing 10 years ago in my mid 50's. Pilates has been an integral part of keeping me mobile in all directions of movement. It has provided me with the tools of core strength, stability and mobility that I need for the activities I like to do in my "work retired" phase.
What surprised you when you added Pilates to your fitness routine?
What has surprised me the most is I never get bored in Pilates. The variety of exercises and the focus on different planes of movement make it enjoyable every session!
Becky - Pilates Client 20 years
What has Pilates done for you?
I knew from my first Pilates session 20 years ago I was "in love." Pilates just made "sense." Working my spine in every direction, in every session, worked not only my back muscles, but my core muscles as well. I immediately felt lifted and empowered with this newfound strength and the "tools" that Pilates gives your brain.
What ways do you stay active as a result of Pilates?
The strength I've gained from Pilates has helped me immensely with balance and posture which I need to stand all day and spot clients and teach Pilates! It also helps me with my hobby of wake surfing which I share a love of with my husband. Our motto is "move more" and Pilates helps me move well in everything I do whether walking our dogs, wake surfing, yoga or strength training.
What surprised you when you added Pilates to your fitness routine?
What surprised me the most about Pilates is how fast the sessions seem to fly. I will never forget my first lesson, which I think I actually dreaded, and could not believe how quickly the hour flew. It was unlike any form of "fitness" I had ever done. One of our clients coined the phrase "Pilates is my sport" and how true that is.
Contact Becky via text or call at 816-309-6367 and visit betterbodiespilates.com