Over the 7 years that we’ve been established, we have helped so many people get back to fitness or journey into a new career. Here are just a few of the great stories from our lovely POWMAKers.
Since doing 2-3 classes a week my body shape has changed considerably, I now have toned arms, legs, tummy and especially, great flexibility which is very important as you get older.
My son Jatin had a knee operation and I took him to several physios and chiropractors because he was badly losing muscle on his thigh. I realised there was only one person that could get through to Jatin and make him realise the importance of strengthening the muscles around the joints and making him do his exercises. That person was Sam from POWMAK. Very quickly my son was walking without crutches and was finally able to come on holiday with the family.
I have found doing Pilates has made me more flexible, my joints are much stronger and over the past 5 years I have even started running and gradually built up to 10k runs. I have less flare ups and I am able to enjoy doing activities I had struggled with previously.
I used to play a lot of rugby and recently switched to the vets team. In a particularly difficult match I dislocated my shoulder. The team at POWMAK were able to provide a fantastic environment in which I could rehab my shoulder and yet still work hard on my abs, legs and cardio. Thank you team POWMAK, I can now work really hard in POWMIX and can touch my toes!
When I first came to POWMAK I was in a lot of pain – it hurt to drive and work, even walk and sleep. I have gradually strengthened my muscles and Pilates keeps me pain free. My posture has improved and I feel much stronger and more toned too which is great!
I no longer have significant back pain. I’m conscious that I’m stronger and fitter than I was. For example if I’m on my feet for a long time I can cope with that better. I’m also more relaxed in my shoulders and neck and I think I hold myself with a broader chest. I’m also more aware of posture and balance generally and can identify where any weaknesses are as I exercise.
I just felt the need to type a quick ‘Thank you’ message to you and all of your teachers! I am absolutely loving the classes and I cannot believe that after such a short time I am finally practically pain free! For the first time in nearly two years, I was able to dance when teaching last night – Heaven! I wish I had joined earlier! Thank you!!!!
I spend a lot of time at my desk, I find it hard to find time to keep fit and healthy, as a result, suffer from back pain. POWMAK literally transformed my life, low impact training has made me fitter, healthier, and more flexible. My core has improved massively, with it a total reduction in back pain that I was previously suffering with. Thanks, Sammy, and the team.
My wife sent me to POWMAK after a hip replacement operation four years ago. The teachers have been patient and motivational. I never thought it was possible for me to get to a point of being this strong and active much less enjoying my twice weekly visits to the studio. And the best thing of all? My wife and daughter are happy!
I had to leave POWMAK as I was moving out of the area and there is nothing like POWMAK anywhere else. While I was away I put on weight and the first thing I did when I got back was rejoin POWMAK and I have lost 2st in 1 month. They really have a full body fitness and health approach. It’s like having a variety of personal trainers for a fraction of the price.
I started with Sam when she was in the small studio at home. I was very weak and hypermobile. I had great difficulty moving with strength and my joints were unstable. First I tried yoga then realised that Pilates actually builds the deep stabilising muscles around the joints. My body has completely changed. I now feel strong and confident and I’m able to push myself in POWMIX without fear of injury or joint damage.
Do something amazing for your body and mind. There are three easy options to get started with us. We recommend that you start with an assessment but if you’re a seasoned ‘Pilatista’ then dive right in and book your first sessions.
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