I was already a fairly active person, but was conscious that I was not getting any younger and really needed to do something about my strength and flexibility. I had tried yoga but found that this did not really suit me. I really wanted to give pilates a go as I had done it 20 years ago and enjoyed it then. When out for a walk on the seafront I saw pilates being advertised so looked it up when I got home. It was really convenient that there was a class in Pevensey and I really liked the fact that there were classes for the over 50s! Having done my assessment I started in January last year.
The first class was great, Tracy makes everyone feel very welcome and always gives a number of levels so that you are able to work to your own ability. I ended up in a space at the front of the class but actually found this really useful as I could see Tracy easily and have stayed in that spot ever since! I walked out of the class certainly knowing that I had done something but also knowing that I would be back for more. More than a year on I am still enjoying it and certainly notice a difference in the strength in my legs and core.
If you are wondering whether you should give pilates ago, I would definitely recommend trying a class with Tracy. They are always fun, nobody is pressured into doing anything that they are not comfortable with, we work to our own abilities and we usually have a laugh in amongst the groans. The fact that we all turn up every week for more, says it all. So if you are thinking about giving it a go, come along you won’t regret it.