As we move into a new season it may be time to take a look at our lives and see what we would like to change or let go. Just as the leaves on the trees fall to the ground, we all have parts of ourselves that no longer serve us as well as they did in the past. Sometimes these changes are best accomplished internally and subtly through exercise or movement. Movement that works with oppositional energy creates a wave in our bodies that allows an opening from within, giving life to the spine and internal strength without creating tension or stress. This reawakening of the spine, breath and strength of the core gives the body a chance to heal whatever may not be working properly in our bodies and life.

When decompression and elongation occur from within, the spine's elasticity and youthfulness are returned to us. It revives parts of our bodies that have been neglected. Pilates (which is based on the use of oppositional energy and decompression of the spine) performed regularly, can bring about unusual changes that are hard to explain, like a sense of being taller and more confident; healings of chronic pain and recurring injuries; or an outburst of tears resulting in the discharging of stress. As these changes happen it restores our body and brings it back to its natural balanced state. This foundation of inner strength makes it possible for us to discover a new approach to our lives mentally, physically, and for some spiritually.

Dianne Powers & Cheryl McEachran

Golden Pilates