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FITNESS FUSION
Based on the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning How do you say Pilates? puh-lah-teez What is it? Pilates is not expensive stretching and fancy sit-ups. It is a movement system that is: - core based centered controlled fluent flowing focused - fearless flexible coordinated energetic graceful precise - slow stabilizing oppositional paradoxical ethereal elegant It encourages focused rhythmic breathing to develop stamina, endurance and mental focus. Many words to describe a formula of exercises borrowed from Yoga, Dance, Gymnastics and Weight Training yet it also includes original movements that distinguish it from other disciplines. How do I teach it? Although I am a Certified Instructor of the Classical Pilates Method, I find that once a client has a good grounding in Pilates they need more in their fitness routine. I like to design workouts that include the core-based method of Pilates but add cardio / circuit-training element to the routine. I include the physio ball kettlebells medicine ball ankle and wrist weights rollers and sliders. All my workouts have a different edge to them using these varied tools so that the client gets an all round workout designed to set them up for whatever their life challenges are. I have trained all ages from 13 to 80 years of age, and many types of people marathon runners, cricketers, surfers, dancers, lawyers, doctors, artists, engineers all people with different ambitions and goals for their fitness needs.
As an avid snowboarder and my newfound love for surfing, I have
discovered from doing traditional Pilates for over 12 years, I have
developed core strength and the ability to stay steady through balance,
which is key when practicing these sports. Although Pilates is the reason
I developed better balance and stamina, I felt I needed to add more cardio
to my routine and that is what I discovered through my practice with ๖-Sel
Nyima. She offers an aggressively challenging approach to her
workout. ๖-Sel has introduced me to a series of cardi๖ / Pilates based
exercises using a medicine ball, balance ball, ankle / leg weights,
kettlebells, sliders and even a kali stick. The intensive circuit training
touches every muscle group through her intensive sessions, which she
adjusts you throughout your workout. I never end my session without a
downpour of sweat and feel exhilarated by the end. I now have been
training with ๖-Sel for over 4 years and appreciate the programs she
devises especially for my level and understands where I lack and creates
workouts to help where I need help. ๖-Sel has completely changed my life;
I am more relaxed and sleep better at night. My strength, performance and
level of confidence while snowboarding have excelled. My first experience
of surfing was spectacular as I got up on the board during my first try
out. Thanks to ๖-Sel, I have found the only addiction in life to have is
my personal sessions with her. Oh and she is EVIL so watch out, Danica Polack, Owner of a Fashion Sales
As a dancer and restaurant professional, I have loved taking Pilates for
years. I have also had the pleasure of working with many top
instructors. I have loved working with ๖-Sel because of her
straightforward no-nonsense approach to the Pilates Method. She is a very
tough instructor while being sensitive and aware of everybodys individual
needs. Plus she has a great sense of humor which helps get one through
some of her
๖-Sel has made me sweat and groan and hurt and I think she might have
even made me cry a couple of times. She is simply the most physically
demanding of instructors I have ever had. But the other thing about ๖-Sel
is her supremely serene demeanor. She never raises her voice, she is never
aggressive and she is always, always funny. So even as you are contorting
yourself into some frightful pose, she talks to you as though you are
getting a massage. It is very strange and maybe sneaky but her calmness
convinces you that of course you can do a teaser with a ball between your
legs or 10 more push-ups or another round of side bends. If she is smiling
at you Karen Valby, Writer
"As a 58-year-old marathon runner, I began Pilates in April 2006 after
several failed attempts to increase my fitness by working with a personal
trainer. Under the tutelage of Ms. ๖-Sel Nyima, Pilates has made a huge
difference to my physical and mental well-being. The most significant
improvement has been to my flexibility and core strength. Caution: working
with ๖-Sel is not for wimps. She is tough, and she will push to get the
best out of you. Ben Navarrete, Verizon Executive Carolyn DeFir. Rep Agency |
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