Pilates Toronto

Wouldn't it be great if you actually enjoyed your workout — if a challenging, body-transforming sweat session was one of your favourite parts of the day? That's what's happened for clients at Core Body Science, an unpretentious neighbourhood Pilates and personal training studio where people of all shapes, sizes, ages and fitness levels make friends and support each other while getting some of the best Pilates instruction in Toronto. If you're worried that a Pilates-based workout isn't enough to provide significant results, don't be. This is not the "art form" of Pilates, it's the "sweat form," and your body will transform. Read more about Pilates here. So what makes Core Body Science so special? It starts with owner Kelly Dolson, a registered nurse who has spent the past 25 years studying (some would say becoming obsessed with) the principles of Pilates via intense, long-term courses. (Beware of weekend-certification instructors!) When Kelly taught at gyms, her classes were overflowing. And when she opened her own studio, many devoted students followed her here. As a nurse, Kelly has an expert understanding of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and musculature that she incorporates into every session, whether it's a mat class, reformer class, private pilates or personal training session or nutrition counselling. Kelly's strength is her ability to quickly assess a client's weaknesses, bad habits and physical challenges and fix them while never putting that client at risk for injury. Whether you're a top competitive athlete, a model getting ready for a big job, or a rehab patient just out of the hospital, Kelly can tailor a program for your specific needs and direct you to the classes that are right for your unique body. Read more about Kelly's credentials here.

If you've tried Pilates before, and didn't see what the fuss was about, chances are you were in a class that was too easy, or that was taught by an instructor with insufficient training; someone who simply went by the book. Or you may have been in a large class, where the instructor barely noticed you there and couldn't see the things you were doing incorrectly.

Core Body Science is the antithesis of that sort of Pilates. You will find that no two classes are the same (so you won't get bored and neither will your muscles), every class is challenging (you will feel it the next day), and class sizes are small (so modifications to make exercises appropriate for you — easier or harder — can be made instantly). Plus, the studio has all sorts of fun props and equipment that push simple exercises up to the next level. The result? Your body will change much faster than if you were at the gym doing aimless repetitive movements that don't address your issues and often don't target the muscles you really need to stand straighter, walk better and be stronger in meaningful ways. As Kelly likes to say, "Strong is the new skinny."