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	"Signing up for Pilates 909 started out as a New Year's resolution to do something new and good for myself in 2010. I can truly say it was the best investment I made in myself. Not only did I notice major changes in my body, but I also just felt better emotionally! Cheryl, Sue, and Yolanda have changed my life, I am a better person because of all of you. I appreciate that the instructors have taken the time to get to know me and truly want me to be the best that I can be. I look forward to every class and appreciate how each session is challenging and individualized for each member. I am someone who in the past has often felt ignored or lost in a gym class, but I can honestly say each and every time I come to Pilates 909 I feel that I get my best workout and the instructors actually care that I am there! I have noticed over the last year and a half I have gotten so much more in tune with my body and I actually finally have the muscle tone and body I have always wanted. I can 100% say because of Pilates 909 I feel that I am healthier than I have ever been and my husband says I am in the best shape of my life (which is always good to hear!) I would recommend Pilates 909 to anyone who feels like they want to make a positive change in their life and achieve their best body yet! Thank you Pilates 909 for helping me to make amazing changes in my life that will last a lifetime!" — Melissa
	"As a fitness and yoga enthusiast I was eager to try pilates and see what it could do for me. After researching different studios I fell in love with Pilates 909 and Cheryl. The results so far are already well above what I was expecting. After just 10 sessions you can dramatically notice the change! I am now bikini ready and can't wait to continue and see my future results!" — Tiffani
	"Pilates transformed my body and mind. I began taking classes at Pilates 909 while preparing for my recent wedding. Cheryl and her amazing staff of instructors provided such a warm, welcoming, fun, motivating, and non-intimidating atmosphere. I came to Pilates 909 with goals of better posture, a stronger core, slimming down, toning without adding bulk, and increasing my overall strength. And just like any bride, I wanted to look amazing in my wedding gown! I loved that Cheryl, Kelly, and Sue were determined to help me reach my training goals in such a short amount of time. Combined with cardio exercise and a clean diet, the effects of Pilates were incredibly dramatic and noticeable. I received so many wonderful compliments! I suddenly realized that I had reached all of my goals and more. I also gained better focus since each session challenges you to really concentrate on proper form while performing each exercise. I also found that each session left me feeling less stressed from life's daily worries. And on my wedding day, I can honestly say that I looked and felt like a million bucks! I now have a more positive, "can-do" attitude. I credit Pilates and thank everyone at Pilates 909 for helping me gain the confidence that I needed!" — Melissa
	"Pilates was so beneficial to me throughout my pregnancy. Kelly, Tisha and Val all did a fabulous job of modifying moves so that they would be safe for me, while still making sure I got a good workout. Maintaining a strong core through pilates work helped me avoid a lot of the aches and pains associated with pregnancy. I was also able to retain a great deal of my flexibility and balance. And all that upper body work has certainly come in useful now that I have a baby who loves to be carried around! Most importantly, pilates gave me a stronger sense of confidence in my body's abilities, something that helped me get through 34 hours of labor." — Ann Marie
	"Three years ago I had back surgery, it went well, but due to nerve damage it left me with no feeling on my left leg. Due to this, it was hard for me to balance or walk normal, or for that matter any kind of physical activity. Finally after two years of just sitting around, I decided it was time to do something, but there was nothing that I could do unassisted. Till one day someone recommended Pilates. I could not walk; I definitely could not do Pilates. I searched everywhere, but nothing seems to fit my needs, until I saw the ad for Pilates 909. I looked it up on the internet, and it seemed to match what I needed so I decided to give them a call. To make a long story short, Cheryl and her staff not only helped me physically, but emotionally. These ladies are the epitome of professionalism, not only do they make sure that they know you personally; they make sure that you don’t get injured by modifying the exercise to fit your needs. I will have been with Pilates 909 a year in April (2011), and everyone can see the change in me. I cannot say enough about Cheryl and her staff; if it was not for them I would be sitting in my living room waiting for my leg to heal itself. So if you think you cannot do it, trust me if I can do it, anyone can." — Celina
	"Pilates 909 not only got me ready for my wedding day but also kept me in shape throughout my pregnancy! Thanks to Val after 5 weeks post delivery, I got my body back!" — Pam
	"My husband said my abs looked better than they ever had because of Pilates 909!" — Charlotte Kepic (3rd place winner for both 45 and 50 year old groups at the Excalibur Master Fitness Competition)
	"Pilates has made me toned and strong and 'compact', especially in my midsection....something I had not felt before with just running, cycling, weight training and traditional ab exercises. I started doing Pilates about 2 years ago just to try it out and see if it would be a good complement to running. It has since become one of the things I most look forward to during the week. Running/cycling/walking all help keep me fit but its Pilates that I attribute to the compact and strong feeling I now have in my core. Never before have my abs felt so strong. I love coming to Cheryl's studio for the personal attention you get and the relaxed and welcoming environment. I think Pilates is the perfect balance for the rest of my fitness activities and I believe its made me a better runner." — Kandis
	"I am a mom of three boys, working full time and I absolutely love Pilates 909. It has given me the long, lean muscles I want without the bulk. Pilates gets to those muscles and gives you the flexibility that traditional weights and machines don't. The instructors are amazing! I love the three students to one instructor ratio which gives me the focus I want. Much more personal than a gym! Thank you Pilates 909!" — Nancy
	"Pilates 909 has not only made a change in my body but my mind. I have to thank Cheryl and Sue for what they have done for me. When I started Pilates not quite a year ago I was in pain from a low back and Psosas issues and had not been able to excercise much due to the pain and had gained 20 lbs. I explained all this to Cheryl and she said lets give it a try. I now have very little or no pain now and am able to excercise again because of pilates. In the past two months Cheryl has even worked with me on an eating and excercise plan and I have noticed a significant change in my body and my mental outlook. I actually look forward to my Tuesday and Thursday classes and miss it when I can not make them. I plan on continuing to do Pilates and becoming that much stronger and healthier. Thanks again and I would and do recommend this to anyone." — Donna
	"I am a BIG FAN of Pilates909 and a HUGE FAN of Cheryl Graves!!! Yup, the one and only ;0) I love to workout. I’ve tried anything and everything and I have to tell you that Cheryl pushes my workout to a whole different level and still manages to make it fun! WOW! If you want washboard abs, you gotta try this and get unbelievable results in no time. I could only name tons of good qualities about this place. I love the way Cheryl pays attention to all her client’s needs. She makes sure everything right, pampers us with a calm comfy atmosphere, a fuzzy and lots & lots of padding! But, don’t be fooled because she means business! She can challenge you and work you out with the hardest routines you could possibly think of! I feel so blessed that I had a chance to be trained by one of the best in Fitness Industry and most of all I trust her with my body because she is a PRO and she knows exactly what she is doing. Yeah, she can pinpoint the slightest, smallest correction you need and PERFECTION is a must for her. If you are looking to transform your body, you have to try PILATES 909. I am glad I did. Thank you Cheryl!!!!" — Lydia
	"Yolanda Macias has proven to be a miracle worker! I am a 48 year old woman with chronic back issues. Prior to starting pilates with Yolanda I was always at risk of slipping a disk and being in great pain. I could never find a "safe" way to exercise. Yolanda's expertise, knowledge of anatomy and care with my back has been amazing. She is tailoring a program so that I can get stronger, protect my back and change my life! When I attend her pilates sessions, I have 100% confidence that I will leave in a better condition than when I arrived. And beyond that, Yolanda is so encouraging and supportive. I have finally found a way to exercise that I can continue for the rest of my life. I have Yolanda to thank for that, I am so blessed to have met her!" — Mary
	"As time goes on, staying in shape becomes more and more of a challenge. Fitting cardio, weight resistance, flexibility training in to a busy schedule is daunting. Trying to make it fun and interesting, almost impossible. I have found all these things possible with Pilates 909! I build strength, muscle tone, flexibility and get a cardio workout all while doing Pilates. Best of all I never get bored. Time literally flies by! The trainers, led by owner Cheryl, are top notch. All hold themselves to a high level of excellence. Don’t think that doing Pilates on the floor of a gym with 20 other people even comes close to the personalized workouts you get at Pilates 909. One slight angle of the hip, one raised shoulder...totally changes the effectiveness of the exercise. I would never be able to achieve the same results at home or lost in a group. I like to make my workouts count! I have gained strength, flexibility, tone, stamina. I have more energy and feel more healthy than I have in years. I have finally found the perfect workout and the perfect trainers. Hey, how about changing the name to Perfect Pilates 909????" — Linda
	"Over the past year, I have worked out at Pilates 909 three times a week. This experience has completely changed my life. Before I started doing Pilates, I was in the worst shape of my life. I was weak, irritable, and obese. My back was not strong enough to support me, and as a result it ached constantly. I felt suffocated by my fat. When I first met Cheryl, I told her I wanted to change my life. She supported me from the beginning. I worked with Cheryl and Kelly one-on-one for a while, and through Pilates we began building all of the muscles I needed to feel strong: core muscles, arm muscles, leg muscles, everything! As time went on, my strength and skills continually improved. Slowly and steadily, I lost the weight. Working out at Pilates 909 has been much more than just working out. The amazing instructors constantly encourage and motivate me. Throughout my quest to lose weight, Pilates 909 has been the rock that has kept me going even when I went through rough patches with my diet. Recently, I sprained my ankle and working out at Pilates 909 was the only exercise I was getting. My instructors helped me to stay strong and active during my recover, without aggravating my injury. Now, I am moving away to attend Yale Law School. In addition to helping me lose over 35 pounds, Cheryl, Kelly and Christine have taught me so much that I now feel comfortable doing Pilates on my own. Working out at Pilates 909 was a huge investment for me. It was well worth it. If you are considering it, I strongly recommend that you give it a try, and let your life change like mine has!" — Suzy
	"Being in top physical condition is not only desirable but a necessity for me in my career in law enforcement for over the last 30 years. I have been an athlete and worked out regularly my entire life. By adding Pilates to my fitness regime I have gained a new level of strength and flexibility. I feel better, now in my 50’s, than I did in my 30’s as Pilates workouts do not tear my body down. Pilates has reshaped my body and has drastically helped improve my posture, which suffered over the years due to the weight of the equipment I have to wear for my job. The workouts are over before you know it and are worth every penny!" — Dave
	"Pilates is an essential part of my life and well being. I am 72 years of age and started Pilates about 8 years ago. I have found it is very important to my mental acuity, balance, strength and agility. I lost my trainer 3 years ago when she moved to be with her daughters who were in college. This led me on a trek to try to find someone to replace her. I went to numerous studios and was very disappointed with the studios and trainers (some were very grungy and had unprofessional trainers) I was told about Pilates 909 from a friend and made an appointment. I was thrilled when I met Cheryl and resumed training with her. I realized I had finally found a complete studio and trainers who are professionals." — Ruby
	"My name is Camille and I have been taking Pilates classes at Pilates 909 for a little over a year now. I cannot begin to tell you how much I love the benefits of Pilates on my body. I have lost inches in my waist and am more flexible than I have been in years. I have always worked out but had always been hesitant on taking Pilates or Yoga classes because I was a kicking, boxing, and free weights addict. But I will admit after reading that my favorite movie star Sarah Jessica Parker loved and does Pilates all the time (have you seen her body). I decided, let's give it a try. Now I am hooked, I take classes weekly and I can definitely feel it when I miss a class. Cheryl and all the teachers are great! They are sensitive to your needs and skill level. I look forward to the continued results I know I will achieve with Pilates!" — Camille
Photo: Instructor Sue Muscarella	"As a physician, I see the impact of people's physical choices on their health. From those who have a long standing workout regimen to those whose activity level encompasses only the daily trip to locate the remote and check the fridge, it affects each one's health. For both types of folks as well as those in between, Pilates is an excellent exercise regimen with one caveat -- a knowledgeable instructor is required. Sue Muscarella is just such a person. She is refreshingly upbeat, creative in her instruction and knows the musculoskeletal system intimately which is an absolute necessity in Pilates. Because of her extensive knowledge base, she is very capable of working with all levels of fitness clients. As one of those clients for the past couple of years in Pilates, I have been very impressed with Sue's comprehensive approach to physical fitness -- exercise, diet, nutrition, spirituality and time management - all the hallmarks of a healthy lifestyle. Sue incorporates these tenets gracefully and practically in each of her classes. Additionally, she is genuine in her own practice of these precepts in her life always engaged in learning new skills and new ways of teaching. Luckily, Sue is willing to share her knowledge and Pilates is a perfect venue and considerably more fun than locating the remote!" — Dr. Kate Perry
	"I have always taken care of myself and worked out my whole life. As I got older, I kept up my exercise routines but noticed an increase in back aches and decreasing stamina. Two years ago I added Pilates to my routine. What a change! The philosophy inherent in Cheryl's studio and her sessions are truly a mind/body/spirit approach. Going through the very personalized sessions and individual attention, right down to the littlest detail, I noticed that my core is much stronger, but most importantly all my other fitness routines have gotten better: my cycling, my hiking, my light weight training. My husband started Pilates soon after and I am noticing he looks stronger, fitter, trimmer, he just looks great!. I love what Pilates 909 has helped me achieve: a strong, healthy body and attitude to match." — Mira
	"I absolutely love Pilates 909, Cheryl, and her instructors! Never having done Pilates before, I was not sure what to expect. Wow… I was blown away with the equipment and the knowledge that all the instructors have. I have been coming for 6 months now and feel great! I love the toning and flexibility that I have gained since coming to Pilates 909, and look forward to my classes each week." — Michele
Photo: Instructor Valerie Chargois	"Pilates has really made a difference in my life. I started working out at Pilates 909 in the second trimester of pregnancy with my second child. Cheryl and Valerie were very knowledgeable and ensured I did the appropriate exercises for my condition. Before I started Pilates I had many physical pains that were consistent with pregnancy. After a couple of months with Pilates I saw a difference in my body and stamina; I no longer felt the pregnancy pains, I gained a healthy amount of weight and my energy was great. Once I had my child I lost all the weight I gained from pregnancy within 4 weeks and I owe it all to Pilates! Let's just say my husband is happy I've taken on this new lifestyle and I enjoy my workouts at Pilates 909. Thank you." — Nona
	"Valerie, you are truly gifted at Pilates... you expand your skills, customize your plans and change up the routine in creative ways... Your responsiveness and sense of humor are big assets too!" — Jean C.
	"We originally started doing pilates with Cheryl last year to get ready for our wedding. In the past we had both struggled with our weight and needed to find a program that worked for us. Doing pilates with Cheryl helped us achieve the bodies we wanted for our big day. Cheryl tailored a plan specific to my body and individual needs, and worked around an injury I sustained in a car accident. She also helped my husband work through old football injuries and got him in the best shape he has ever been in - his body is in better shape now then when he played football in college. Pilates has not only improved our core strength and posture, but also helped me achieve a long, lean look and defined my husband's muscles. It is now six months after the wedding and we still work out with Cheryl. She is the best - tough enough to make sure you get the results you want and inspirational enough to make sure you get there and stay there. Thank you!" — C & K
	"Lose 3 INCHES around your thighs in just 4 HOURS!!!" If you've ever heard claims such as this and actually read the fine print, you might find disclaimers about side effects ranging from dizziness to loss of consciousness -- and nobody probably gets these results anyways. Well, I'm here to say that I did, indeed, get these fabulous results thanks to the ladies of Pilates 909. Within 4 50-minute sessions, I was actually freaked out by how much thinner my thighs had gotten. Don't get me wrong - it was definitely a happy 'freaked out' - but freaked out nonetheless! I finally fit into the 'skinny jeans' every woman buys to motivate herself to get in shape, almost a year after I'd bought them! After about the 6th session, I found that I'd lost 10 pounds! For the first time in my life I actually get sad when I don't get to work out. That's because on top of the fantastic results I see, Cheryl, Tisha, and Val are such a joy to be around, who always celebrate every bit of progress you make with a little dance. And I really don't know how she does it, but Cheryl can pinpoint the smallest corrections you need to make in your form even if you have 18 layers of clothes on. She really knows the body and how to make it the best it can be! So, I guess I should end this with the fine print and disclaimers: Side effects of beginning training at Pilates 909 include better posture, increased strength, balance, and mental clarity, and the body you've always dreamed of. Thank you thank you thank you!" — Jean A.
Phone: (909) 562-2727