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20 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday January 13, 2007 www.oakvillebeaver.com HEALTH & WELLNESS Pilates: Tone abs and lose weight Pilates is a unique physical discipline that actually changes the way you use your body. Use Pilates exercises to develop a lean, strong body while building core strength for sports and daily activity. A well conditioned set of abdominals is high on the list of physical attributes for most people. Not only does a washboard stomach look good, but it also serves a multitude of valuable services. The abdominal muscles are responsible for good posture, for reducing strain on the lower back therefore preventing back problems. Pilates moves are by far the best abdominal exercises, working the deeper abdominal muscles and the stabilizers that help to hold our core and give it strength. It has also been shown to lengthen the muscles substantially, giving a taller, leaner appearance. If you want to look smaller in the waist, definitely try Pilates. Just ask Mimi Hanson, Oakville mother of three. It was just last year, while spending time at the cottage, she felt uncomfortable with her weight and her overall fitness level. She decided to do something about it. She met Mary German, the studio director at Living Well Pilates. Mary did a free consultation with her, identifying her needs and goals. Mimi started out by taking two Pilates classes a week. From that September to December, Mimi felt a marked improvement in her overall fitness level. In December, Mary suggested a cardio component to add to her Pilates conditioning regimen so Mimi began walking regularly. It was also when Living Well began its nutritional and lifestyle changes course, known as Body Changes. Mimi is happy to report she has lost 19 lbs from February to June 2006 with Body Changes and Pilates at Living Well Pilates. She lost another 2 lbs during this past summer. 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