Melanie Reilly

Owner / Instructor

 

After moving to Estero from Connecticut, Melanie began practicing Pilates,  She began her journey in the Pilates method.  Having two children caused a lack of abdominal strength that resulted in severe back pain.  It was at this point that Melanie sought relief in movement.  Pilates was not only helping to regain abdominal strength, but Melanie also began to experience positive changes both physically and mentally.  Most notably in her body alignment, core strength and improving muscle tone.  At this point, Melanie was compelled to expand her Pilates journey into becoming an instructor.   

 

Melanie has over 16 years of experience in the fitness industry.  She has completed 500 plus hours of training to obtain a comprehensive Level I, II & III Certification through Peak Pilates of Boulder, Colorado.  This includes beginner to advanced level Mat, Reformer, Tower/Cadillac, Chair, Barrel & Small Props Pilates exercises.  Melanie also holds a Certified Personal Trainer certification through National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).    

 

A Peak Pilates certification is based on the Classical Pilates Method concentrating on rhythmic fluid and focus – connecting one movement to the next to build greater strength, flexibility, balance and endurance.

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Outside of Pilates Melanie has enjoyed raising one college level athlete, & a multi-sport high school athlete.  When she is not at the studio you will most likely find Melanie with her family at the ball field watching her son play baseball or running with her daughter.  She also enjoys the outdoors.  You may even find her practicing Pilates on her paddle board.

 

A note from Melanie:

 

“Fitness and living a healthy lifestyle are very important to me.  Pilates has truly been a journey - as is life.  What I’ve learned from Pilates has proven to be an invaluable lesson to bring with me through my life journey.  In everything I do, I always rely on what Pilates has taught me in the Six Principles of Pilates:  Centering, Concentration, Control, Breath, Precision and flow of movement.”

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