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Q & A with CFM’s Melissa Woyshner

Why did you get Certified in Pilates? Pilates centers both my mind and body. Why not help others feel the same way. Why are you so passionate about Pilates? Pilates is like a puzzle for your body it puts all the pieces back together. I always feel longer, leaner and more refreshed after a session. What’s your favorite/least favorite Pilates exercise to teach? I absolutely love teaching Spine Stretch Forward and the Saw. What type of client inspires/challenges you? I learn from all my clients. I love to see the positive results of all their hard work and dedication. What profession other than Pilates would you like to attempt? Yoga instructor […]

2019-12-06T14:57:35-05:00July 24th, 2014|0 Comments
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I found the right home.

I am working on becoming a certified Pilates apparatus trainer at a wonderful place. It took three years of searching which included spending over 2,000.00 on a program that changed its regiment and training midway and moved its location across the country. But, last month I found the right studio, a classical Pilates studio called Center for Movement.

2019-12-06T14:57:35-05:00May 23rd, 2014|0 Comments
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Tip from CFM Co-Owner Donna Singer on finding time to exercise

Finding the time to exercise can sometimes seem like an impossible feat with today’s fast-paced lifestyle.   How can you make time to maintain your Pilates Physique? The good news is, because the Pilates and Gyrotonic methods are so effective and specific, the connections that you make create muscle memory and you get more out of your workout. When taught  correctly, the body doesn’t forget what it’s learned. If you do not have time to take a whole class, even a 15 – minute Pilates or Gyrotonic workout will target the entire body while keeping you strong, toned and flexible. […]

2019-12-06T14:57:35-05:00May 2nd, 2014|0 Comments
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Co-Owner Elle Jardim shares her fitness expertise with the Journal News.

Ask the Experts! Our lovely co-owner and director ELLE JARDIM gives her expert advice on how to find YOUR right time to exercise! "The most important thing is sticking with it, and scheduling it for the same time every day. That's where I see the most success." -Elle Jardim, co-owner and director of Center For Movement Finding the right time for YOU is half the battle, but once you do it can change your life! See the article online here at http://www.lohud.com/story/news/health/healthy-living/2014/03/10/ask-experts-best-time-exercise/6257537/

2014-04-30T14:27:54-04:00April 30th, 2014|0 Comments
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Five Pilates Myths

Are you under the impression that Pilates is only for women? Or that the only way to do Pilates is with complicated machines? Or that it's only good for dancers? There are an awful lot of misconceptions out there about what Pilates is and isn't. That's why we were glad to see fitness expert Ben Greenfield's recent article exploding the most common Pilates myths. Even experienced practitioners may learn something new. Check out the article here. Better yet, stop by one of our Center for Movement studios on Manhattan's Upper East Side or in Scarsdale, and we'll show you around and introduce you to our trainers. Beginner or expert, you'll feel right at home. See you soon

2014-01-26T17:56:19-05:00January 26th, 2014|0 Comments
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