How Can Pilates Help You?
“Contrology (Pilates) develops the body uniformly, corrects wrong postures, restores physical vitality, invigorates the mind, and elevates the spirit.”
By the end of a class, my goal is that you can breathe a little deeper, stand a little taller, and move a little better.
Breathe Deeper
I love to talk breathing mechanics! The primary breathing muscle, the diaphragm, and the low abs/pelvic floor work together. If you can breathe properly, you can use your abs! The push and pull of this system allows you to move fluidly and strengthen your muscles with “uniform development,” one of my favorite Joe Pilates expressions.
Stand Taller
Once we have our breathing system, we can strengthen everything else to help stand us up taller. Computers, smart phones, driving: they all bring us forward and down. Pilates will open up your front and strengthen the muscles you need to be just a little bit taller.
Move Better
When we can breathe and stand taller with proper alignment, we can MOVE! Isn’t that the goal? Our joints work best in good alignment, with proper muscular control surrounding them. Are you a regular hiker or cyclist? Great! Pilates will allow you to hop into that pick up basketball game or climb at the playground with your grandkids. What could be better?
Erin Brooks, PT, DPT, NCPT
Physical Therapist/Pilates Instructor
Hi, I’m Erin — a board-certified physical therapist and Pilates instructor who discovered firsthand how powerful mindful movement can be. My own journey through injury led me to Pilates, where I found not just healing, but a deeper understanding of strength, balance, and the joy of movement.
I combine my background in anatomy, biomechanics, and physical therapy with a love for helping people move confidently and feel their best. Whether you’re rebuilding strength, improving performance, or simply wanting to move with more ease, my approach blends science and intuition to support your goals at every stage of life.
Working With Injuries
Struggling with pain or injury? With over 12 years of orthopedic practice, I specialize in hip rehabilitation, pelvic floor and core work, low back pain, and foot and ankle issues. I’m passionate about helping those with injuries or medical concerns, uncovering movement patterns that cause discomfort, and guiding you toward relief.
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