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12 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday September 30, 2006 www.oakvillebeaver.com Helen Arthur Sales Rep. OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4 Pilates program a good fit for everyone 905-335-3042 24-hr. pager. 392 SANDHURST DRIVE I LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION 80 x 181 lot. The sky's the limit! Charming 3 bed, bungalow with bright main floor family/sun room. Updated roof, driveway, Pella windows. White Canac kitchen, plus double car garage. Price reduced! Don't miss out! f you have not tried Pilates yet, it's time to get on the bandwagon and give it a shot. Listen to the comments from some YMCA of Oakville members before a class this week: "I have a bad back so it helps me. What you're doing is strengthening your abdominal muscles, and we're working on balance as well." "The instructors are good and they are easy to understand. 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In addition to selling and consigning high quality furniture, Trading Places today also offers diverse services including a large trading network, new home arrangements, and accessory shopping services. And through it all, Cathy continues to show the same care for the things that matter most to you that has already distinguished herself and Trading Places as a business in tune with both the community and the times we live in. Located at 427 Speers Rd., Trading Places must be viewed to be appreciated in full. Call today at 905-815-1949. Cathy can be reached via e-mail at: email@tradingplacescanada.com. Visit their comprehensive web location at www.tradingplacescanada.com - "I find that it helps my posture and my back too. It gets to the deep abdominal muscles. I am a swimmer so my back is strong but I have weaker chest and stomach muscles. Pilates helps me to balance my strength." "I had a broken pelvis. Pilates helped me to get back on my feet." "I really like it. I had a problem with my hip and it really helped with that. It strengthened the muscles around my hip. It was the first exercise that I felt safe doing." "I love Pilates. It makes me feel good -- it gives me a lot of flexibility and movement." Pilates is a muscle-conditioning program that focuses on breathing, core conditioning, and an enhanced awareness of the body. By focusing on five basic princi- ples, including placement and stability, Pilates elongates and strengthens muscles while improving joint mobility. Lisa Newman and Kathy Cooper, both instructors at the YMCA of Oakville, are certified in Stott Pilates, the highest form of Pilates certification. Both women believe strongly in the Pilates program, and have some advice for those just starting out. "It is important to research the type of Pilates being offered, and to ensure that your instructor is qualified," says Newman. They also encourage their students to practice at home to increase familiarity with the positions. The benefits of Pilates are many, including relief from stress and back pain, improved balance and coordination, enhanced athletic performance, and increased mind-body awareness. The slow and relaxed style of Pilates instruction forces participants to focus on the way their body is moving and reduces the chance of injury. Start something new today. Join the YMCA of Oakville and try Pilates. For more information about the YMCA of Oakville, visit www.ymcaofoakville.com, or call 905-845-3417 -- Submitted by the Oakville Y. Feel free to linger in our store. (None of our merchandise ever does.) NEW ARRIVALS Make Your First Impression - A Statement. Fine furniture on consignment. LAST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER DOOR PROMOTION your purchase of $75 or more Limit one coupon per customer Bring this ad in for $1000 OFF 427 Speers Road, Oakville Redecorating? Downsizing? Making Changes? Let us sell your items for you. Call 905-815-1949 to find out how. 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