Four months ago I broke my hip and had to have an emergency total hip replacement. I didn’t realize it at the time, but Pilates was crucial to my quick recovery. My muscles were already strong and prepared to learn to move again immediately following surgery. I found that the Physical Therapy exercises were familiar to me through years of Pilates practice, making it less overwhelming. I moved through PT rapidly and was back at Studio 17 resuming my practice within 7 weeks. At 79 I’m proud to say, with only a little strength left to gain from the broken hip, I am back to being active in all the hobbies and projects I enjoyed prior to my fall.
Practices
Pilates was created by Joseph Hubertus Pilates in the late 1800s-early 1900s. Growing up in a time of poor living conditions, inadequate nutrition, and various illnesses, he first developed an interest in physical culture as an adolescent. He spent his lifetime studying physical and mental fitness and honing his Method knowing that his approach to health could ultimately heal society. Joseph Pilates originally branded his practice “Contrology” but upon his death, it simply became known as “Pilates.”
At Studio 17, we have seen the profound and long-lasting impact the Pilates Method can yield. With an intentional approach, Pilates can strengthen one’s whole self, in body, and in mind.
The Impact of Pilates
Joseph Pilates took inspiration from both Eastern and Western philosophies. He was convinced that to possess true strength, a person must be universally strong in body and mind. By applying a scientific approach to his work, he created a system of corrective exercises that develops the body holistically.
Practicing Pilates delivers a multitude of advantages including greater stability, strength, endurance and range of motion, enhanced confidence, and mental focus. Classical Pilates is typically no-impact with maximum ease on joints. This safely aids in longer and more lean muscles while improving tone and posture. Ultimately, all benefits lead back to the original intention of Joseph Pilates to “develop a sound mind within a sound body.”
Pilates Is Personal
Part of providing the best Pilates experience is ensuring we are meeting your specific needs based on your body, abilities, and limitations. Various pieces of equipment are utilized in all forms of Pilates to help achieve the desired outcome. Our team of qualified instructors serve individuals with wide-ranging needs and those recovering from diverse stressful events.
Perfect Your Form
An important part of Pilates is employing proper and impactful form. We have a wide range of apparatus to assist in this effort. At Studio 17, our equipment is always clean and maintained in excellent condition ready for you to use. Click on any image below to learn more.
Mat
Reformer
Cadillac
Barrels
Electric/ Wunda Chair
Arm Chair
Ped-O-Pul
Foot Corrector
Other Small Apparatus:
- Toe Corrector
- Neck Stretcher
- Airplane Board
- Weighted Bars
- Magic Circles
- Sandbags
- and more
These tools aid in bunion and hammertoe correction, strengthening the entire body, correcting posture and alignment, and challenging balance. They may be small, but they are enormously impactful for the body!
Meeting Your Needs
The Studio 17 team serves those recovering from various surgeries and setbacks, pre and postnatal populations, and senior citizens. We work with professional and amateur athletes looking to impact sports performance, and we would love to work with you, too.
This is just a sample of the diverse populations our team supports. Each instructor has curated their teaching skillsets to serve various groups of people. If you are interested in connecting or learning more about what our instructors are capable of, we encourage you to reach out.
The Impact of Pilates Practice
Every student has unique goals we want to help achieve.
Studio 17 is a definite must for anyone looking to improve their health, mindset, and/or self-love. I have had the pleasure of both private and Open Studio sessions. Both options provide a personalized experience. One of my favorite parts of the Open Studio experience is that they provide complete oversight while encouraging some autonomy for the client. I am challenged, so that I can continue to grow and improve, while feeling confident that I am physically prepared at each stage. Personalized files, progress, implemented exercises, and next level exercises are accessible at each session. My instructor is informed, involved, and intuitive and knows just how to motivate me every step of the way. If you have not been, this needs to be on your must-go list!
I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Studio 17. Emma is the absolute best! I suffered an acute low back injury in 2021 and after two surgeries and countless PT, Pilates has absolutely saved me! Emma’s instruction is super clear, she’s encouraging, and generally makes the classes fun. I’ve gotten so much stronger since practicing with her and I see/feel the impact daily. I can ski and run again – things that seemed completely out of reach two years ago. The space is really open and inviting, not to mention easy to access (parking!!). So glad I found this gem!
Since I’ve been working with Jacquelene, I have been able to walk over 2 miles daily and actively participate in lawn work. I feel stronger and my posture has changed and feels and looks great. I have more endurance and stamina for getting through the day. My mood and outlook is very good all thanks to the work I have been doing with Jacquelene and her careful instruction with me in Pilates.
Tami works with each person’s needs no matter the limitations that a body may have or may develop to keep you strong. During my time working with Tami, I was diagnosed with spinal stenosis in my neck. Tami modified my program to accommodate my deteriorating neck condition. Keeping my body strong was a goal so that recovery from the surgery I was ultimately going to need would be easier. We have our work cut out for us to get me back to where I was before surgery but if anyone can motivate me and create a way for me to get there, it’s Tami and Studio 17!
The Next Step In Your Experience
Learn what classes we offer and how the Studio 17 approach will help identify the best way to begin your individual and distinctive Pilates practice.