Pilates Heights

"I was interested in trying pilates for years, but as an avid yogi I wasn't sure I would have time for both. ...I have learned many of the benefits of pilates and truly believe it has enhanced my yoga practice. Now I definitely make time for both! "

"Pilates has been the missing link for me in total fitness. It has enabled me to improve my yoga practice, cycling, running and even just standing and walking. Pilates has taught me immensely about my anatomy and how to use all the right components (especially breathing!) to build a stronger core but more importantly a healthier body. I truly feel that Pilates has united my mind and body and simply stated, I look and feel better."

"Elizabeth has guided me in understanding the intricate relationships of the different parts of my body and how they can work together with more ease. I am increasing my strength, flexibility, body awareness and improving my posture through our work together. She is an extremely patient and attentive teacher with a complete understanding of the Pilates method. As a health care provider, I feel safe recommending my patients to her for rehabilitative work as well as for general well being and self discovery."

"As a tall guy in my mid-50's, I have to confess that (even as a long time runner) I'd really been neglecting my "core". Elizabeth has brought an awareness, a simple discipline, and light at the end of the tunnel. I've noticed improvement in my yoga practice since starting regular (but not fanatical) piltates practice."

"Pilates changed my body in many ways- from nearly eliminating chronic hip and back pain, to giving me the legs I always wanted, at least when I'm eating well simultaneously! It also noticeably enhanced my yoga practice due to my increased core strength. It is a fantastic way to build strength in all the right places, and Pilates Heights is the perfect place to do it. Elizabeth is a knowledgeable and caring instructor."

"I had a knee injury last year, and Pilates helped me develop muscle strength that helped me heal. I could see the progress over a couple of months. I am working on upper body strength, especially my arms. I thought I was very weak there, and it has been great to see what I can do."

"After one year (of doing Pilates regularly) I rarely experienced muscle spasms. Posture improved. Gait improved. I now have tools I can use anywhere (movement sequences as well as props) to realign, stretch and strengthen muscles. My muscles are learning new ways of responding to my curved spine. When my body talks I am more likely to listen and be respectful of what she is saying. I try to be interested and not annoyed. You (Elizabeth) listen and watch intently and give me feedback and suggestions that are invariably insightful and beneficial. I feel I have a partner in health maintenance. Although I continue with my little morning program and wakeful awareness, I will not continue to improve without the ongoing guidance you provide. Thank you. "

"(After my first session) I felt sore and a little dubious that I could achieve what was promised doing these exercises that seemed so unchallenging in many ways, certainly not what I’d ever had experience with before. I started feeling and seeing results within weeks. I first noticed how strong I FELT. Then I noticed that my abs looked killer. Then I noticed that without noticing I’d become almost pain free! "

"No more shoulder and back injuries!!!! That's all thanks to Pilates!! …I have regained a feeling of joy, fluidity and cohesion in my movements that I took for granted when I was younger, but as I aged, wasn't a given. The strength and stability developed through Pilates (practicing 2-3 times/week) has provided a whole new body-experience in my 50s where I am in less pain and have a lot of joy through movement. Also the pain in my hips while sitting still, is gone completely. And my posture has improved. For the sake of vanity (and health!), I look (and feel) better, and I have grown/lengthened 3/4 of an inch."

"I decided to start taking better care of myself and started Pilates as a birthday gift to myself. I'm not fond of "gym culture" and I wanted to try one on one training… I started to notice a difference after the first month or so, having more energy, enjoying the challenge of each session, feeling stronger, more confident. I feel excited about continuing my Pilates workouts: I am stronger and more flexible + more knowledgeable about body mechanics and how to deal with aches and pains when they arise. Pilates has definitely contributed to an increase in self esteem, open myself up to venture, ever so slowly, into other physical activity (at least try it and see if it's for me). I see myself speaking up with more confidence, "having more weight", feeling grounded... My mood uplifted. "