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Shannon’s classes challenge you in all the right ways—so you leave stronger, smiling, and proud of what you’ve accomplished.”

Simone

In the full year that I have attended Shannon’s classes… I have noticeably improved both my flexibility and postural alignment.”

Patrick

I have seen great results from only the last few months of practicing with her and I look forward to continuing!

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What to expect from my Community Mat Pilates classes.

Six insight for my Community Mat Pilates classes.   If you’re new to Pilates or joining me on the mat for your first Community Mat Pilates class, these six insights will help you know what to expect.    If you're already taking classes and on the fence about...

How to advance your Pilates practice to the next level.

When and how to advance your Pilates practice.   There is no set timeframe or number of completed classes for advancing your Pilates practice because everyone has a different starting point in terms of health, fitness level and general wellbeing.   With that...

How does Pilates improve your balance?

Correct imbalances to improve your balance.   Pilates helps to improve your balance by correcting imbalances. Imbalances are often the result of the overdeveloped muscles compensating for weak ones and/or tight muscles that limit the range of your joints and/or...

Five tips for starting or returning to a workout program.

How to safely start or return to a workout program.   If you’re interested in starting or returning to a workout program, you may have been advised to start slow. These five insights will help you start slow and develop a workout program to improve your health...

How to maintain your Pilates body as you age.

Change your lifestyle to change how your body ages.   We have the potential to live longer and healthier than ever before. It is completely possible to maintain your Pilates body despite your biology. However, it requires some mindfulness, discipline and time...

Four common misalignments and how to correct them.

Pilates can help you correct typical misalignments.    One of the benefits of Pilates is that it can help you correct common misalignments. If you’re trying to make the corrections on your own, start by identifying the parts that need to be realigned. Facing...

Four ways to modify your Pilates practice for back pain.

How to modify your Pilates practice for back pain.   The latest research supports the benefits of exercise for overcoming back pain. Pilates can be particularly beneficial because it strengthens the core muscles needed to support your back and promotes balanced...

How to deepen your practice using the Pilates principles.

Use the Pilates principles to enhance your practice.   The Pilates principles can help you develop body awareness, good form and a broader understanding of the practice. Keeping the principles in mind will help you build the strength, flexibility and the...

Mats and props to enhance your pilates practice.

Props improve form and increase the challenge.    If you're new to Pilates, props will offer support. I'll often add them into a class after I see how people move. Working in proper alignment is hard especially if your body has been conditioned for a particular...

Five short workouts to keep your hips feeling good.

Hips need to be strengthened and stretched often.   A colleague talked to me about needing a hip replacement within the next 5-10 years. After our conversation, I did a little research about how to prevent injury and minimize the impact of wear and tear that...

How acceptance helps you move forward productively.

Start with acceptance to move forward productively. Let me start by sharing what acceptance is not so that you’re more open to the idea. Acceptance is not a label or prediction of your future. It is simply the present state and your willingness to accept it as is...

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How to increase your level of daily activity.

Learn how to increase your level of daily activity. June is getting active month according to the Wellness Works Canada calendar. So I’d like to share some insights and ideas for increasing your activity as well as the activity of others on your team and/or in your...

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