"There isn't a day I wake up thinking I don't want to do Pilates. I leave the studio feeling rejuvenated and clear, the way I've always thought exercise should make you feel but never experienced until now..."-Hira

"The time I've invested in pilates has paid off in ways that I never expected. Over just a few months, my posture has changed and I can feel myself using muscles I didn't even know I had!  I never realized that lower abdominals could DO so much with a little training. I love my new strength!"    -Paula

"I'd felt physically fit for years but kept encountering the same physical ailments. Through Pilates, I've been able to hone in on those aspects of my physical movement which contribute to the recurring pain. In addition, I've become acutely aware of my body, structurally stronger and leaner, and feel an increased sense of freedom in even the most minor activities.."-Bram

"I have been athletic and active my entire life but it is through Pilates that my body has been transformed. I personally recommend Pilates to anyone and I constantly do."-Eileen

Client feedback from the delivery room:

“Date: Fri, 22 Jun 2007 11:29:34 -0700 (PDT)

Subject: Thank You!!

I could have not done this without you!

The nurses were very happy when they heard I did Pilates till the very end since her heartbeat became irregular in the end and I had to push her out as fast as possible...meaning 3 pushes per contraction, 10 seconds each (a looong time when you have to push with all your might), for 1 hour. All core strength! I was so grateful to you - thank you! See you soon!” -K

 

"It is often the case that a beloved teacher can persuade you to love something that you may otherwise have only a passing interest in, but this has not been my experience with Pilates. I took this up more than a year ago as a means of alleviating a sciatic problem, which has been substantially abated in that time, and I continue to be fascinated, physically and intellectually, by the details and sheer common sense of the practice. There is no better situation than enjoying what you do, and who you do it with." -Victoria

more email feedback: “So, I wanted to let you know that I fit into jeans today that I have not been able to wear since before I was married. Pilates has really started to completely change my body and I am just so excited!  I see  our hard work is paying off. So happy!! -Melissa

"After years of mat classes, I thought I knew everything about the exercises. In private sessions with the equipment I’ve discovered so much more. Pilates is infinitely challenging. I’m progressing quickly now. The workout constantly renews my focus. I find that one private session a week enhances my connection to my body and as a result, I put more strength and vigor into all my daily actions."-Susannah

Email feedback after pre-marathon pilates training:

On Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 1:06 PM, Tiziana wrote:

“oh Clare! I DID IT! I fluttered thru the city of Roma with one thing on my mind.... champion! 12:06 min miles, I've never done that!  I totally floated free for a good 18 miles, then hit a wall of pain ( ball of leg bone in left hip connection , major ouch!) . Walked 1K and did the hundred ( just breathing of course ). I felt re grouped and embraced the pain, magically it went away 3K later. My feet felt like they were going to crumble in the last 5 miles but I loved the feeling of the hot cobble stones. Many thanks for the heel raises and towel trick, my ankle(s) didn't feel a thing :) I finished and it was such a treat. The marathon was a celebration of all my hard work and time during training. You really inspire me to kick ass no matter what goofy thing you may say. I remember everything and it's all parallel... Sore but enlightented, I must learn to walk again.

THANK YOU !! XOXOX Tiz”

A first timer hoping to exercise without knee pain: “I just bounced home feeling quite solid on my feet, but the amazing thing was, I could bounce (slight exaggeration based on enthusiasm) up my front steps with totally no pain! That’s amazing for my first session. Thank you, Clare.

 Can’t wait to come over again.” M

If you’d like to add a testimonial, email clare@fleshandbone.org Thanks!