How Gail stuck with her movement practice through the pandemic and cancer treatments
“I had experimented with Pilates at a different studio, and while I felt the program would be beneficial, the studio didn’t work for me.
Then I noticed Studio Evolve on when I was driving on my commute, and so I thought I’d try it - and it was such a different environment!
Studio Evolve was warm and sunny and bright and everything was so well-maintained.
I remember walking out of my first session thinking, ‘I need to build this into my life. This is something I need to do, for me.
The benefits come from a combination of the technique and the relationships. The relationship with the movement, with the teachers, and the relationship I feel with myself at the end of each session.
I just feel taller and stronger and happier. And yes, I still feel that way today - if I didn’t I wouldn’t be about to have my 251st session on Thursday!”
-Gail, Studio Evolve Member
Gail has been practicing at Studio Evolve since 2017.
She even kept up her Pilates practice during the pandemic shutdown by scheduling sessions via Zoom - they were duet sessions with a friend she had originally met at Studio Evolve and has become quite close with over time.
Gail says about her Zoom sessions: “It was almost as if there was a physical connection of our teacher reaching through the computer and helping both me and Frieda as we moved through the exercises. It was part of what kept us both connected to the outside world.”
Gail was being treated for cancer during the shutdown, and was very cautious about minimizing her exposure. So being able to maintain connection through her Pilates practice was a big deal!
Today, Gail works in person with Kimmie doing Pilates and occasional SPRe bodywork sessions, which she found extremely helpful as she transitioned back to practicing in-person, after undergoing her treatments.
Sticking with a movement practice through a pandemic as well as serious illness is no small task - and we are EXTREMELY proud of Gail for maintaining such a consistent practice!
That’s why we started the Evolve Together Club - to recognize students like Gail for following through with their commitment to their own health.
You join the Evolve Together Club when you complete 25 sessions at Studio Evolve, and we’ll continue to recognize you when you hit further milestones throughout your time at the studio.
With over 250 sessions under her belt, Gail is a member of the Evolve Together Club at the highest level. Congratulations Gail!
If you’re ready to take the first step on your journey towards a movement practice that will keep you strong and healthy over the long term, we invite you to start with our 2 Private Session Intro Package, specifically designed for new students.
With the 2 Private Session Intro Package, you’ll get two sessions with one of our friendly instructors to be used within a week.
Each session can be tailored to your unique needs, no matter where you and your body are at. Click here to get started!