"Pilates Body" - What a REAL Pilates body is!

[@sl5932]

Before covid I went to the gym regularly for cardio and weight training and I had chronic tendinitis in several areas. When the gyms closed I needed to turn to different things for strength training and started outdoor running. For me pilates has been totally safe and effective. I am no longer on an aleve or tylenol regimen. And, I benefit from increased mobility and leg strength when I run thanks to your pilates videos.

[@abundantlyinspired]

At almost 50 years old and having major body changes over the last two years and starting a new workout lifestyle this really spoke to me. Thank you for the good reminder that it is for confidence and health and strength and not just for looks.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

I love these words - thank you!

[@auntpurl5325]

You took the words out of my mouth. The 50's are filled with surprises.

[@jacquieb112]

I like your message about different body types and how we have to adapt to what we have personally as well as what stage of life we’re in. Thank you Jessica!

[@JessicaValantPilates]

You are so welcome!

[@marlo530]

Thank you so much for addressing a hot topic Jessica! And this is why I love being part of the UNLIMITED membership. Your message is real, down-to-earth and more than anything, talks about safe, and experiencing what your body feels like instead of what you want aesthetically. I agree with you, nothing wrong with having some aesthetic goals but ultimately, feeling confident inwardly about yourself is something that can carry very far in life. Thank you so much for all that you do Jessica! I really appreciate you!

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Thank you Marlo! I appreciate the kind words! www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited

[@vivianst.claire7193]

This is where i'm at now. So great to hear! I've started doing your hip, neck, wrist and knee workouts to help with injuries. I'm feeling better. I checked out some of your workouts, but i'm not quite ready for that yet. I really appreciate all you do. It's amazing, with all of your knowledge and experience. I wish you were here lol...many people don't understand how the body is connected, and an issue with knees can come from hips, or neck from shoulders. Thank you so much Jessica!💖🦄🙏

[@JessicaValantPilates]

You are so welcome!

[@vegabetter7215]

Love your honesty Jessica. So refreshing to hear. Thanks!

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@sassysandie2865]

Thanks for the encouragement to be realistic. I am 65 and pretty fit for my age but have seen so many changes to my body after 50. It’s discouraging to work hard but not see the results I want. I do like the other benefits of exercise and eating healthy.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

It's so important to love our bodies for what they do for us at any age :)

[@countchocula5379]

Have you looked into rebounding? I have not been blessed with children yet, but I have heard rebounding has done wonders for mommas with different injuries from childbirth. There are a lot of gentle modifications and variations that can really help deep internal muscles. It can happen very quickly or more gradually depending on the individual. Of course, like with anything, look into this with your doctor who specializes in this and is educated on benefits of rebounding. You’re lovely I really appreciate your video! I just signed up for unlimited classes with Club Pilates for Three months. I’m already active but I want to make long term health and comfort a priority by doing Pilates classes regularly and really looking forward to feeling the benefits you described! May God bless and keep you and yours! 🤍🕊️✝️🕊️🤍

[@andreadamico4146]

A very interesting woman and helpful approach to Pilates . I am a movement therapist and movement is based entirely on health. Jessica approaches the body as a temple which needs good health to keep balance. I appreciate her teaching approach and I seem to be able to translate her instructions into movement. Thank you 🙏

[@anastasialisina8922]

Thank you for being a role model for us - confident and empowered body is exactly what a woman needs!! My goal is to straighten my back and strengthen my core so the aesthetic is nice but definitely not the ultimate motivation.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

That sounds like a great goal!

[@SuperKrohan]

this was so refreshing and nice to watch! I have an injury from lifting and im finding it really hard to let go of it. but this video made me realise my motivations weren’t whats right for my health, life is more than aesthetics!!!

[@JessicaValantPilates]

I'm so glad to hear that!

[@kaysmith3898]

I just clicked on your video to learn a little more about pilates in a general Google search. But I liked your workout philosophy very much. As a mom of 2 in her fifties, who can now refocus on her health holistically, because the children are out of the house, have their own lives, and do not need my full attention anymore, I can say you've convinced me I'm on the right track. I'm just starting a regular workout routine because a yearly blood test showed my bad cholesterol was too high. I've always casually worked out in front of the tv, just to stay limber, have good balance, and keep from gaining more weight. Now I have to do more, but I am not interested in the body I had when I was in my 20s, I just want to feel good, strong, move comfortably and loosely, and be healthy for a woman my age. I think pilates will be good for my lifestyle, and along with my workouts at the gym, I will be able to get healthier without having to take medication. Thanks for this video!

[@susanpreston159]

You have help me out alot' I do have extreme scoliosis and then just in the last 3 or 4 months I was dealing with a sciatic nerve in my right leg so I turned to your exercises and boy does it help thank you so much Jessica👍👍👼I am 60 and 5 ft 1 shrunk from my back👎

[@zsuuulyrical1284]

Can i ask which one of her video did you use for that? I do have scoliosis and serious back, neck and leg pain, almost every day

[@kourtneyswholesomelife]

Yes! All of this is speaking to me. These are all the reasons that I want to try Pilates and commit myself to it.

[@nesspie31]

Thank you for this wonderful message. I struggle so much and this is what I needed to hear

[@bertiewooster9222]

this reminds me of a song by Sinead o'Connor,,,,,God grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change Courage to change the things I can And the wisdom to know the difference

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Great!

[@lauraseifred4135]

Yes, but AA had that as their mantra long before Sinead O'Connor was even born. Giving credit where it is truly due.

[@Norruu]

Function over form

[@galusham1]

Thank you, Jessica!

[@JessicaValantPilates]

You are welcome!

[@dommixx6908]

Thank you kindly for this video! ❤

[@JessicaValantPilates]

You are welcome!

[@erinlarkin6469]

Does Pilates promote maintenance or lean gains of muscle?

[@JessicaValantPilates]

You can definitely gain muscle!

[@joycemalchin7320]

Thank you for explaining things. I’m so glad I found you Jessica. You have helped me already and it’s only been a week. 🤗

[@moonlitwater2772]

Thank You for this was just what I was looking for.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

I'm so glad!

[@jonpiccolo593]

I have just watched the video in which you refer to the 2018 beginners program. Can you tell me if you are doing anything for 2021 as I would be really interested in taking part? Many thanks

[@mariawright8197]

Thank you so much for reminding us about all of these things for moms!

[@JessicaValantPilates]

You are so welcome!

[@reeljour884]

how do you alternate pilates and weight lifting please

[@wholebodyhottie8280]

Thanks Gorgeous !!

[@celvinalee134]

Exercise Pilates for scoliosis 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@marleymartin1272]

I’m 14 and I do ballet pretty intenslu , I’m starting Pilates this week , how long will it take me to see results ??

[@Zeldahh]

Awwwww ♥️ well explained.x

[@JoeBudd-D]

You look taller than 5 ft 4! 5 ft 8 to 5 ft 10

[@SnoopyVon4]

💗💗💗🙌🏾

[@ashrafkhan-uz7cu]

Beautiful Love you