How Pilates Helped Bev and Caroline Improve Mobility and Reduce Chronic Pain

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Bev’s story: 67 Sessions and a Different Life

Caroline’s Story: Moving Again After years of Pain

When Bev and Caroline first started experiencing serious mobility issues, they turned to Pilates as a last resort. After hearing about its benefits for years, they finally decided to prioritize their health and commit to regular sessions. Today, after completing 67 sessions at Studio Evolve in Seattle, their lives have transformed.

From Hip Replacement to Walking with Ease

Caroline, who had a hip replacement, feared she would never walk again without pain. She recalls, "I thought I would never walk again without thinking about how difficult every step was." However, after beginning Pilates, first in Palm Springs and then continuing their practice at Studio Evolve, both she and Bev noticed dramatic improvements.

Pilates for mobility has not only helped them walk comfortably but also allowed them to resume daily activities without chronic pain. Now, they’re able to enjoy up to 18,000 steps a day and work on a family farm without falls or trips.

A Holistic Approach to Pilates in Seattle

What Personalized Pilates Looks LIKe at Studio Evolve

While Bev and Caroline loved their California instructor, they found the unique, holistic approach of their teacher Jill at Studio Evolve even more effective. Jill's sessions, combiningPilates with elements of yoga, provided them with a more comprehensive and tailored experience that helped them achieve better mobility and reduced their chronic pain. "The way Jill does our sessions is so satisfying for me. I wish she could come to Palm Springs," says Bev.

Their continued commitment to their Pilates practice has earned them a spot in our Evolve Together Club, where we recognize students who have attended 25 or more sessions at Studio Evolve. With 67 sessions under their belt, Bev and Caroline are now members of the second tier, a milestone that celebrates their dedication to long-term health and well-being.


Why Private pilates Works Differently Than Group Classes

At Studio Evolve in Wallingford, Seattle, we specialize in personalized Pilates and Gyrotonic sessions that help you improve mobility, reduce pain, and maintain an active lifestyle. Whether you’re recovering from surgery or simply looking to regain strength, our experienced instructors are here to support you every step of the way. With a focus on holistic wellness, Studio Evolve is dedicated to providing the best Pilates in Seattle to help you achieve long-term health. Book your session today and experience the difference!

Martine Dedek

OWNER; SPRE® EDUCATIONAL FOUNDER, PRACTITIONER TRAINER & PRACTITIONER, SHE/HER

Martine enjoys the diverse learning opportunities studio ownership has allowed her. She began her career in the field of movement and bodies as a Pilates Instructor in 1999. Soon after her original Pilates certification, Martine pursued numerous other certifications and sought to bring her client offerings and business acumen to one place in the founding of Studio Evolve, Pilates, Gyrotonic & SPRe® Bodywork.

Along her journey, Martine partnered with Jill Ableson for the development of the SPRe® Practitioner Training Program. Together they have brought the SPRe® Training Curriculum to its current evolution as a licensed Somatic Education Training Program and WA State Vocational Training School.

Working with Martine is both grounding and expansive. She enjoys the practice of energetically, verbally and somatically attuning with and guiding clients. Her use of SPRe® Bodywork, as well as her curiosity and engagement leads to delightful moments of clarity and greater physical comfort for her clients.

Martine feels an essential component to building a strong partnership with her client is a foundation of trust, openness and curiosity. This allows for the safe and supportive exploration of whatever difficult, confusing or conflicting emotional and somatic experiences arise in the journey they take together. Ready to take the first step? Martine is currently seeing SPRe® clients online and in person and looks forward to hearing from you.

Education & Training:

Queen's University, BA Honors, Psychology & Sociology 1995

Stott Pilates Certification 2001

Yamuna Body Rolling Certification 2002

Duggan French Approach Certification 2003

Founded Studio Evolve, Pilates, Gyrotonic & Bodywork 2006

Advanced Myofascial Techniques, Til Luchau 2008-9

Anatomy Trains Workshop 2009

Advanced Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Continuing Education Certification 2010-12

Gyrotonic Expansion System Instructor Certification 2011

Co-created SPRe® Practitioner Training Curriculum with Jill Ableson 2011-2013

Qi Gong for Movement Professionals 2016

Reiki Level 1 2019

She also co-teaches the SPRe® Training Program and runs Studio Evolve. More information at sprebodywork.com.

https://www.studio-evolve.com/
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