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"I finally made the decision to do something good for myself in Dec 07. My gift to myself - 4 private lessons with Cathy. I have always wanted to try Pilates but I'm not an athletic person and really never was so it was a little scary for me. WOW, I LOVE it. It's really the best thing I have done in a long time and Cathy so supportive yet she pushes you to go beyond your comfort level. She believes in you and eventually you belive in yourself! I have been going 3 times a week since Mid January and my clothes are now to big ! I still have a way's to go to get the body that I really want but I have been receiving comments on my transformation from everyone. Can't get much better than that ! I have and will continue to recommend Cathy & her other instructors to everyone. I'm thankful that I made this decision and more thankful that I found Cathy."
— Amy F, 2008-05-09
“Cathy at Pilates for Life has made such an important difference in my life and future health! I had a neck injury and had lower back pain. I had been running and working out with weights. But the pain in my back became too severe and I had to stop. It was frustrating not being able to work out.
I was referred to Cathy by my Chiropractor who was treating me for my injuries. I needed help gaining strength in my core, in order to decrease the pain in my back. At that time it hurt to even stand or take a walk.
I have been with Cathy for over a year and a half. I have never felt so strong! I love the way Pilates has transformed my body. I have surpassed my goal of gaining strength in my core. I have become more flexible, I have better posture and I grew an inch! Typically someone my age (46) would be concerned about losing strength and height. Not me! Thanks to Pilates for Life and Cathy!"
— Celia Kinville, 2008-05-04
"Recently I trained for and ran in the 2008 Boston Marathon. After reading an article in Runner's World about the importance of core strength for runners, I decided to give Pilates a try. I began to notice the benefits of pilates quickly. I felt stronger on my runs and the back pain and lack of flexibility I had was improving. I have noticed that I rarely need to take the back pain prescription medicines that I had needed so much before pilates. This year's "Boston" was my third one, and I took 7 minutes off my personal best time!!! I felt stronger than ever, and I know pilates definitely helped me get up "Heartbreak Hill"!!! I highly recommend pilates to anyone that wants to improve their running ability. Thanks Cathy!!”
— Suzi Turner, 2008-04-25
"I decided to make a change in my life physically, back in January 2006. I had been out of college for a few years and was really focusing on getting my life together and forgetting about my body. I joined the gym and was going through my regular routine but was so bored. I finally decided to get a personal trainer in September 2006 and worked with him until September 2007. I did so much cardio and weight training but wasn't seeing a significant change, only in my pocket book. I finally gave myself two new choices, Pilates or krav maga. I found a krav maga place and didn't like the vibe. Then I found Kathy, who was right across the street from my gym. I tried the tower class first and mat classes. Next thing I knew I was doing privates, semi classes, tower, and mat. I was hooked! It is the best work out I have ever had. I've watched my body tone up, my stomach flatten, my posture improve, and best of all lose weight. My clothes don't fit, people keep asking "what are you doing, you look great", and I feel amazing. All of these improvements in 8 months! I will do Pilates for the rest of my life. Kathy has made such an impact on me I can not thank her enough."
— Micki, 2008-04-23
When I started with Pilates for Life, I had constant back pain. I had a rib that frequently popped out of place, and it was always sore. I had trouble sitting up straight for extended periods of time, and I couldn't even cross my left leg over the right because of the pain. The instructors at Pilates for Life don't just tell you how to do something, they make sure you do it correctly, and they modify things according to an individual's body issues. After about a month, I started noticing I was standing up straighter. I felt stronger. I am pleased to say that my rib stays in place for weeks at a time now. I haven't needed an adjustment from the chiropractor in months. I feel wonderful! The instructors at Pilates for Life are so knowledgeable. They are as dedicated to my success as I am. If this doesn't already convince you to give these instructors a try, I also lost a dress size in about 6 weeks!
— Katie
I've been taking pilates 2xweek for 18 months, and the constant back ache I've lived with from a mastectomy and reconstruction done 14 years ago has disappeared!!! Cathy has tailored a program for me that is always challenging and fun.
— Janis Philips
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