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“Pilates is an exercise regime that uses equipment with springs to help build strength for your entire body. It uniformly develops and tones the body and helps build a connection between the mind, body, and spirit. The exercises move the body in all directions while challenging your weaker muscles and strengthening the smaller muscle groups.”

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It’s hard to visualize some exercises, especially the rowing series. The first part of this rowing exercise feels like you are rowing and the second part feels like the butterfly stroke in swimming. . You can imagine you have a long wingspan like Michael Phelps when circling the arms around. You can also pull apart two curtains when opening the arms. . Choose your own image and that will improve your movement!! Your brain and your body will thank you. 😌 . #contrology #balancedbody #pilates #josephpilates #pilatesinstructor #pilatesconnection #chicago #midwest #movementheals #pilatesteacher #connections #vernonhills #northchicago #NCPT #selfpractice #uglypilates #progressnotperfection #imperfection #precisionnotperfection #pilateseveryday #pilatesforeverybody #pilatesmatters #fullbodymovement #returntolife #yourhealth #breathe #breath #alignment #uniformdevelopment #rowings
I love Pilates and I love yarn!! I love sharing Pilates with you and teaching the exercises. It is exciting when someone asks for a hat, scarf, or blanket; and I share the same excitement with a Pilates session. Are you excited for your Pilates session this week? Because I am!! 🙋🏼‍♀️ Send me a message and let’s get started on your Pilates journey!! #contrology #balancedbody #pilates #josephpilates #pilatesinstructor #pilatesconnection #chicago #midwest #movementheals #pilatesteacher #connections #vernonhills #northchicago #NCPT #selfpractice #uglypilates #progressnotperfection #imperfection #precisionnotperfection #pilateseveryday #pilatesforeverybody #pilatesmatters #fullbodymovement #returntolife #yourhealth #breathe #breath #alignment #uniformdevelopment
Boomerang from the mat is one of my favorite exercises. Sometimes if I feel stiff or tight I go downstairs to my mat and rock out some boomerangs. . Boomerang has rolling giving you a spinal massage, shoulder work to loosen up those tense shoulders, and of course breathing to name a few elements. . It is also a series of exercises combined into one which makes it complex. But with my help you can learn how to do boomerang!! It’s always a good time to start Pilates, message me to start your Pilates journey! . #contrology #balancedbody #pilates #josephpilates #classical #classicalpilates #pilatesinstructor #pilatesconnection #chicago #midwest #movementheals #pilatesteacher #connections #vernonhills #northchicago #NCPT #selfcare #selfpractice #uglypilates #progressnotperfection #imperfection #precisionnotperfection #pilateseveryday #pilatesforeverybody #pilatesmatters #fullbodymovement #returntolife #yourhealth #boomerang
There are so many options for exercise: gyms, clubs, studios, online videos, dvds (or blu-Ray?). And this is even true for Pilates!! But sometimes with so many resources available it’s hard to pick just one. Do you enjoy working out one on one or in a group setting? Do you prefer to know if you’re doing the exercise correctly? . Check out my blog post (link in profile) to read about how the internet helps you do Pilates with your favorite instructor! And if you haven’t tried an online session with me, send me a message and I’ll give you the details! . #contrology #balancedbody #pilates #josephpilates #classical #classicalpilates #pilatesinstructor #pilatesconnection #chicago #midwest #movementheals #pilatesteacher #connections #vernonhills #northchicago #NCPT #selfcare #selfpractice #uglypilates #progressnotperfection #imperfection #precisionnotperfection #pilateseveryday #pilatesforeverybody #pilatesmatters #fullbodymovement #returntolife #yourhealth #onlinepilates
I’m not always smiling while doing Pilates, I might be grimacing or just opening and closing my mouth to breathe. . But when I’m teaching Pilates I’m smiling when you make connections, challenge yourself and see what you can achieve, and when you leave feeling better and happier. . After your Pilates session with me I’m waiting to see you smile as you leave and retain the feeling of a good session. . Have you started your Pilates journey with me? Send me a message to learn how to start even if you’re not local! . #contrology #balancedbody #pilates #josephpilates #classical #classicalpilates #pilatesinstructor #pilatesconnection #chicago #midwest #movementheals #pilatesteacher #connections #vernonhills #northchicago #NCPT #selfcare #selfpractice #uglypilates #progressnotperfection #imperfection #precisionnotperfection #pilateseveryday #pilatesforeverybody #pilatesmatters #fullbodymovement #returntolife #yourhealth #pilatesjourney
I love using my small barrel during Shave the Head and Hug a Tree! Just like my clients I have days where I feel tight in my hip flexors and lose all connection. This barrel is great for sitting up on my sit bones and assisting with Shave the Head! . I’m here to help you improve your movement and make connections between exercises and your mind and body. . DM me to learn how I can help you with your Pilates journey whether it’s starting, continuing, or improving it!! . #contrology #balancedbody #pilates #josephpilates #classical #classicalpilates #pilatesinstructor #pilatesconnection #chicago #midwest #movementheals #pilatesteacher #connections #vernonhills #northchicago #NCPT #selfcare #selfpractice #uglypilates #progressnotperfection #imperfection #precisionnotperfection #pilateseveryday #pilatesforeverybody #pilatesmatters #fullbodymovement #returntolife #yourhealth #pilatesdesigns #shavethehead

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“Breathing is the first act of life and the last.” -Joseph H Pilates

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