EVERYONES TALKING

EVERYONES TALKING

An amazing story of courage - Lynette Row

In early 2002 I underwent major abdominal surgery to remove a tumour which involved considerable trauma to my abdominal muscles. By June I had my surgeon’s approval to commence an exercise program but I didn’t feel confident to start any training on my own, as I didn’t know how quickly or how hard to push myself.

I’d heard and read a lot about pilates over the years and thought it may be the solution for my rehabilitation. However, the only person I’d actually known who had taken pilates classes was a slim, long limbed dancer who seemed to believe pilates was only for dancers or actresses.

As good fortune would have it, a leaflet was placed in my letterbox announcing the opening of PowerNouse Pilates Studio in Manly and stating that "all" were welcome to an open day. Coincidence or fate? I decided I owed it to my traumatised tummy to at least check it out.

Somewhat intimated, I attended the studio expecting it to be a place only for the "body beautifuls" of the world where I would not feel welcome. I did find beautiful bodies in the studio – that’s what pilates creates – but they are also warm, friendly and fun people who make everyone feel very welcome. I immediately booked in for a pilates assessment after which I started two regular semi-private sessions per week.

The instructors at PowerNouse work hard to make sure you enjoy and benefit from your classes. They know what injuries you have and work on improving them, but also vary the exercises so the sessions don’t become boring. They can even make you feel like a ballerina sometimes. I’ve walked into the studio feeling tired or a bit down, but never left feeling anything other than alive and with a smile on my face.

Whilst my major focus was to heal my abdominals, the instructors also uncovered the underlying cause of a hip and knee problem I’ve had for twenty plus years. I haven’t yet reached the body beautiful stage – they’re really good at PowerNouse but not quite able to perform complete miracles - but my shape has improved, my muscles have toned and lengthened, I am a lot stronger all over and my posture has improved dramatically. I no longer have the chronic knee and hip problem and have been taught methods to ease muscle tightness and pain at home.

The PowerNouse team are professionals and experts in their field. I’ve been impressed to see how much time and effort they put into continually developing their knowledge and skills, ensuring they are aware of all the latest developments in the fitness industry and can offer the best to their clients.

If you want to do your mind, body and spirit a favour, join the rapidly growing number of happy clients at PowerNouse Pilates Studio.

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