Pilates – profiles of inspiration

As promised I am featuring my inspirational students for the next few blog posts. If you missed the last one, here it is. Read through the last 3 blog posts to get all of the inspiration and sign up for our blog to get all the latest on, well, a bit of everything!

Lucy in one legged plank pose
Lucy in one legged plank pose

Lucille Zito

Age: 61

Years doing Pilates: 1 1/2

Why did you start doing Pilates?

to add to my exercise routine

How do you see it impacting your daily life?

i feel stronger and more flexible

What inspires you on the mat?

our leader, classmates, and improving strength and flexibility

What inspires you off the mat?

my family, friends, and nature

3 words you live by:

honesty, strength, and faith

lisa in bridge with weights and foam roller
lisa in bridge with weights and foam roller

Lisa DeNardo

Age: 60.5

Years doing Pilates: 1 3/4

Why did you start doing Pilates?

to strengthen my knee muscles and i finally had the time!

How do you see it impacting your daily life?

CORE rocks!  Breathe deep!

What inspires you on the mat?

bridge pose and its variations

What inspires you off the mat?

biking (cycling)

3 words you live by:

shoulders in your back pockets (pilates mantra)

paying it forward

deep breath (maybe 3)

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