Balance Body Certified Pilates -over 15 years experience.
I found Pilates due to chronic pain. Pilates has given me help from previous injuries and conditions. Just like anyone, I have days where chronic pain is present but thanks to the immense library of exercises I have learned, I can find ways to keep my body going despite pain.
If you have been dealing with chronic pain that comes from work or just life, my therapeutic sessions are the best place for you to start. I gather as much information in our consult to get you to where you feel confident using the machines and doing more workouts at home.
My Pilates comprehensive training has equipped me to make training fun and worthwhile on all types of Pilates machines. My continual education in biomechanics helps me choose exercises that suit your goals best. Understanding conditions can also help me choose where you will benefit the most from our time together. Below you can see what I have been doing with my current students.
Osteopenia/osteoporosis
You will still need to consult with your doctor about whether physical therapy is a better place to start depending on your DEXA scan information. There so much you can do to create good stress to help keeping the integrity of your bones.
Scoliosis
My students who have scoliosis express they feel differently from one side of the body to the other. I use my therapeutic sessions to observe how you work in a exercise and give you adjustments or another exercise that your body may respond better to.
Post Hip Replacement
With Barre, I can help you get standing work load your hips need along with stretching areas of the hip. This can help you walk up stairs or get into a car. You can notice your steps being large and less of a shuffle.
Low energy or chronic fatigue
I use my Bodhi Suspension System, which is a rope system like TRX, to help you feel supported but engagement in you core muscles (back and abs). This is helpful in assisting you in shoulder movement necessary to reach into cabinets. Those looking to improve balance and work on ankle strength enjoy using the Oov, a balancing prop.
Seasoned Students
Having come to Pilates for years, some of my students seek a more athletic style training and I love giving them programs that keep them coming back for more challenges.
“Christina has changed everything for me. I am stronger and more confident. She meets me where I am when I have pain that comes from scoliosis. She is understanding and encouraging. Weekly one on one training with her helps me walk daily and I have more endurance when I travel. ”
What my students have to say about Therapeutic Pilates sessions:
“After my knee surgery, I struggled with rehab and getting back to pre-injury strength and mobility. After I finished physical therapy, Christina’s therapeutic pilates helped me gain my confidence and strength in my knee. Having Pilates in my body helped me recover faster and break down the walls of guarding within my body and begin to push myself mentally to do more.”
