September Clients of the Month - Michael and Margaret

🤩Our September Clients of the Month- Michael and Margaret 🎉

👏Congratulations to Michael and Margaret, our September Clients of the Month!

They say age is just a number, and Michael and Margaret are shining examples of that! For over three years, they’ve made the weekly journey to our Dromore studio for 2-1 reformer sessions with our instructor, Libby. We recently caught up with them to learn more about what drives their passion for Reformer Pilates and why it remains such a central part of their lives.

What inspired you both to join our reformer studio 3-4 years ago?

We moved to Northern Ireland from Scotland in 2021, and high on our priority list was to continue studio reformer Pilates, which we had already practiced for 12 years. All Active ticked all the boxes: from the studio atmosphere to the professional teaching. It was truly manna from heaven!

Can you share a standout moment from your Pilates journey?

The light bulb moment for both of us is when we go off on holiday and realize just how much our bodies miss this activity!

How has practicing reformer Pilates impacted your daily life or overall well-being?

Margaret: Pilates keeps me active and motivates me to exercise at home in addition to my studio routines. It’s a discipline that embraces balance, mental focus, and body control—crucial as the body ages.

Michael: As a fiddle player, balance and coordination are essential for supporting my instrument and controlling the bow. I’m certain that Pilates has helped me maintain the free flow of expression in my music over the years.

What advice would you give to someone just starting their fitness journey?

Take courage and be patient with yourself as an individual.

What do you enjoy most about the community and environment at our studio?

The color scheme, the plants, the equipment, and especially the mirrors—which are very useful for observing posture and alignment. And we love the studio’s mantra: ‘Look after your body—it’s the only place you have to live in.’

What has kept you motivated and consistent in attending classes over the years?

We often reflect on how crucial Pilates has been in our lives. We’re not sure where we’d be today without having discovered Joseph Pilates’ methods. Considering we moved from Scotland to Northern Ireland in our early 80s, through Covid and all that… Pilates has been a constant source of strength and balance for us both.

Michael and Margaret’s story is a true testament to the benefits of reformer Pilates, no matter your age or stage in life!

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