Sheppard Method Pilates

gidget — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:49:07 +0000

is a total mind-body conditioning program that increases your potential to attain personal perfection.

The concept is based on Joseph Pilates’ classic exercise system. Embracing his philosophy of integrating mind and body, the Sheppard Method applies current psychological and physiological research to enable you to connect mind and muscle through customized Pilates exercises to increase strength and flexibility, sculpt your body, improve posture, balance and coordination, relieve stress on overused muscles, help shed excess weight, and provide you with an overall sense of well being.

Rather than repetitive sets of standard exercises that jerk and force the body into stressful, unnatural positions, Sheppard Method Pilates, offers professional instruction in gentle progressive stretching, level-appropriate exercises and flowing movement to help you develop body awareness in a way that feels natural and exhilarating.

Be the master of your own movement. Rather than surrendering to poor posture, the aging process or the pain of injury, Sheppard Method Pilates will assist you in cultivating perfect alignment. You’ll learn self-correcting skills to carry you through your day with newfound energy and joy.

Whether you choose to attain a youthful fitness level, gain a dancer’s agility, build an athlete’s endurance or initiate activity without pain or injury, with Sheppard Method Pilates you’ll discover how to move in your world with grace, strength and confidence.

Discover your own personal perfection.

Reba McEntire

admin — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:14:47 +0000

“I love to go to The Sheppard Method Pilates Studio. Risa makes me feel right at home, gives me a great work out and even rubs the knots out of my shoulders before she sends me on my way. Pilates makes me feel more fluid. It helps takes all the kinks out of my back, shoulders and even my hands. I feel better all over doing Pilates. I highly recommend it.”

Hollywood Reporter

admin — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:13:03 +0000

“If there were trainers like Risa Sheppard while we were in high school, there’s a safe bet that many of us would still be there.”

City Sports

admin — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:12:22 +0000

“Because Risa Sheppard is instantly likeable and extremely supportive, she is ideal for someone looking for a gentle hands on approach to Pilates.”

Dr. David Tannenbaum

admin — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:11:14 +0000

“My patients love working with Risa they lose inches and feel wonderful. I refer The Sheppard Method with confidence.”

Marcia Burnam

admin — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:10:35 +0000

“I have a chronic bad back problem. Risa’s tailormade program has seen me through the worst, and I have come through stronger and more pain free than ever before. She is a natural born healer.”

Christina Ferrare

admin — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:09:55 +0000

“I love Pilates because it feels like Im getting a massage from the inside out.”

Judge Joseph A. Wapner

admin — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:09:25 +0000

“I play tennis four to five times a week. Risa Sheppards Pilates Program has helped improve my game tremendously, along with my flexibility and abdominal strength.”

Katharine Ross

admin — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:08:43 +0000

“I have trained with Risa for many years. I recommend her Pilates Program to everyone.”

Elaine and Jack La Lanne

admin — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:08:06 +0000

“Risa is dedicated to her profession, and has been a great co-host on our TV shows. She exudes the warmth and sincerity of a fine human being.”