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Pilates Anytime: Align and Strengthen

In Class 5 of the Self-Awareness Pilates series, improve your posture for better alignment

Published September 05, 2023

Welcome to this gentle mat class led by Karen Sanzo, an instructor for the online streaming platform Pilates Anytime. In this class, you’ll learn how to think of posture as more than just standing up straight.

Sanzo will instruct on how to obtain the optimal posture through her standing workout, in which she emphasizes cultivating body awareness to establish a strong connection between your core and extremities. This mindful approach encourages you to manage gravity and maintain alignment over your center of mass, promoting stability and balance.

This beginner class offers modifications for all fitness levels.

Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.

This video is part of AARP’s Virtual Community Center, where you can find a variety of free virtual events designed for learning, self-improvement and fun.

About the instructor

Pilates Anytime

Karen Sanzo is a Pilates instructor, trainer and physical therapist internationally recognized for her innovative approaches to the Pilates method. She is a certified instructor with the Pilates Center of Austin, the PhysicalMind Institute and the PilateSystem. She conducts Pilates certification workshops all over the U.S., teaching instructors how to demystify Pilates and making it accessible to everyone. As a skilled physical therapist, Sanzo has both teaching and practical experience in the areas of muscle imbalance, soft tissue mobilization and exercise stabilization. Her comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics — and years of experience as a master teacher — have shaped wellness programs across the nation.

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