I have always enjoyed pilates, but in recent months I have come to really love it. Not only do I feel wonderful after every session, I also feel stronger and more in tune with my body. The most valuable part of pilates for me has been the extent to which it has taught me to feel the many parts of my body —- something I never knew was possible. To be able to move my hips without using the stomach, back or legs by simply focusing on hips seems amazing. This ability to “body-sense” has provided new insights into how to sit and walk better, as well as how to alter body positions to lessen discomfort, aches or even pain. These insights were particularly valuable... read full review
August 2015
I love my "elevator"! Since I've learned about using my back and strengthening it, I use the elevator imagery and work those muscles many times a day. Slouching just doesn't feel good any more! Thanks, Noel, for helping me find my real potential for strength and flexibility :)
March 2015
I started pilates with Ascend after having my first baby. I wanted to gain strength in my core to help me carry my growing baby around and to fight off the back soreness I was constantly experiencing from the baby and from work. I noticed so many improvements I never expected to gain from pilates almost immediately. For my second pregnancy I did Pilates up until the day before delivery. I was able to keep my back pain at bay and had tremendous help with my sciatica symptoms. The strength and skills I gained from Pilates helped me immensely in my recovery after delivering the baby. My body felt "back to normal" quickly and I was so much more mindful of my... read full review
I have always enjoyed pilates, but in recent months I have come to really love it. Not only do I feel wonderful after every session, I also feel stronger and more in tune with my body. The most valuable part of pilates for me has been the extent to which it has taught me to feel the many parts of my body —- something I never knew was possible. To be able to move my hips without using the stomach, back or legs by simply focusing on hips seems amazing. This ability to “body-sense” has provided new insights into how to sit and walk better, as well as how to alter body positions to lessen discomfort, aches or even pain. These insights were particularly valuable... read full review
I love my "elevator"! Since I've learned about using my back and strengthening it, I use the elevator imagery and work those muscles many times a day. Slouching just doesn't feel good any more! Thanks, Noel, for helping me find my real potential for strength and flexibility :)
I started pilates with Ascend after having my first baby. I wanted to gain strength in my core to help me carry my growing baby around and to fight off the back soreness I was constantly experiencing from the baby and from work. I noticed so many improvements I never expected to gain from pilates almost immediately. For my second pregnancy I did Pilates up until the day before delivery. I was able to keep my back pain at bay and had tremendous help with my sciatica symptoms. The strength and skills I gained from Pilates helped me immensely in my recovery after delivering the baby. My body felt "back to normal" quickly and I was so much more mindful of my... read full review