Importance of Rib Cage Placement

By: Gayle Eubanks

Have you ever wondered why your instructor is always commenting to you to keep your ribcage down on the mat or closed?
There are a couple of reasons for this. If you think about basic anatomy, (check out the skeleton behind the front desk) you’ll notice the rib bones actually have an attachment to the spine.

Congratulations, Davy Darnton, on passing your STOTT Pilates Matwork & Reformer Level 1 Exam! We are so happy for you that you achieved this major accomplishment!

Davy is a high-energy and popular trainer at MOVE in Ann Arbor.  Her reformer classes rock and she inspires her clients to reach their goals with her warm personality and challenging sessions.

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Pilates is NOT a trend…it’s a lifestyle

By: Nancy Hodari

GOOGLE ALERT December 17, 2015:

“Pilates is NOT a top Fitness Trend for 2015-2016″

You might be surprised to learn of my relief when I read this Google alert.

Congratulations to Courtney Jones on passing your STOTT Pilates Level 1 Matwork & Reformer exam! You have worked so hard to reach this goal and we are very proud of your commitment & success!

A little more about Courtney:

Courtney Jones, born and raised in Chicago has always had a love of fitness, sports, and human movement.

One of our most recent apprentices, Cortney Kosmala-Jackson, just passed her Full Level 1 STOTT Pilates Exam and we are very proud of her! Congratulations, Cortney! You worked very hard and we celebrate your accomplishment! We look forward to continuing to support your Pilates career and journey.

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"Let's Breath" by Gayle Eubanks

We all know that breathing helps us focus and move tension from muscles we don't need to be using, especially our upper backs, shoulders and necks.
Breathing, especially your exhale also helps you make the connection to your deepest core.

A well known beauty editor in the UK lists 12 reasons everyone should be doing Pilates.  We can't say it any better so please enjoy this article:

CLICK HERE to read her list!

Congratulations, Brooke Goodwin, on passing your Full Level 1 STOTT Pilates exam! You worked extremely hard on earning your certification and we are very proud of your success! We look forward to seeing you in the studio soon and wish you the best of luck.

We are so excited to congratulate two of our staff instructors, Jessie Hodari and Lauren Kerwin, on passing their Full Level 1 Exams! Both of these ladies worked extremely hard during their training, practicing and studying. We are thrilled that all their time, effort & dedication has paid off! Jessie and Lauren have openings on our schedule Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (plus rotating weekend availability). Call the studio to book an appointment today! You'll love your Pilates workout from either one of these talented ladies!