written by Katie Huddleston, Pure Pilates Instructor
What is your name?
Brenda Meagher
How long have you been practicing Pilates?
One year.
What inspired you to step into the Pure Pilates studio?
I first tried Pilates when on vacation and I really enjoyed it. I was also looking to add something new to my workout routine.
What aspects of Pilates, your instructor, or the studio do you find particularly enjoyable?
I like the variation of the routines. Seems like we do something new each session. My instructor is very knowledgeable and takes a lot of time explaining what certain routines/exercises accomplish.
Do you have a preferred Pilates exercise, or one that you find particularly challenging?
My favorite exercise is anything arm related. Sometimes, exercises that require more balance can be challenging for me. But I’m working on that.
Do you have a perfect Pilates moment or triumph you’ve experienced?
This is such a small thing, but my work with Kathy has allowed me to gain increased range of motion in my knees so that I can now not only do child’s pose, but I can actually get myself up off the floor much more easily than I could after my knee replacement surgeries. My increased strength and ability to kneel are a direct byproduct of my work with Kathy.
Can you share a humorous, captivating, or uplifting anecdote about your experience at Pure Pilates?
Taking the class has inspired me to keep up with the routines at home. I’ve become more aware of good posture and how it affects the back.
