An exercise technique created by Joseph H. Pilates in the early part of the 20th century, Pilates emphasizes stronger muscles, increased flexibility, and improved posture.
The Pilates method consists of hundreds of exercises which can be selected and modified to suit the individual. For every person doing—or thinking about doing—Pilates, there are exercises that will strengthen, stabilize, and challenge his or her unique body.
At Seattle's Greenlake Pilates, exercise begins with the fundamentals of safe and healthy movement, effective breathing, and neutral spine positioning. Building on this strong foundation, clients safely progress to more rigorous and demanding Pilates exercises.
You are an individual and it is our ambition to create an environment and exercise program that will challenge and help you to reach your unique and specific health and fitness goals.
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pilates:
· can give you a stronger, leaner body without adding bulk.
· can help you to improve your flexibility, balance, and coordination, and increase your energy levels.
· involves concentration and the coordination of breath and movement, helping you to connect your mind and body.
· is beneficial to people of all ages and fitness levels.
· leaves you feeling refreshed, invigorated, and alert.
how can you benefit?
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Hi! My name is Leslie Kooy. I am owner of and an instructor at Greenlake Pilates. Welcome and thank you for taking the time to visit our website!
After coming to Pilates in 2002, it didn’t take me long to realize I'd discovered my new career path. I had known for years that I wanted a vocation that would allow me to stay active and fit, engage both my mind and body, and help others improve their quality of life. Pilates has offered all of these things and more. Born with a congenital hip defect, I found that time was taking its toll on my hip joint. Walking for any distance, sitting cross-legged, and sometimes even sleeping had become painful. Today, I no longer consider my hip defective, feel virtually unlimited in my activities, and credit Pilates with the change!
My training comes from Bodycenter Studios in Fremont. After much research, I realized that the philosophy behind the STOTT Method of Pilates matched my own. Anatomically-based, the program offers over 500 exercises, exercise preps, and modifications which allow me to select and fine-tune just the right workout for each unique individual and body. Working at a safe and efficient level, each client progresses toward his or her goals. With additional training in “Injuries and Special Populations”, I'm pleased to work with people of all ages, fitness levels, and ranges of experience and enjoy the diversity of personalities with whom I work. |
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