AGE: 24
HOMETOWN: NEW YORK, NY
A Pilates teacher (she apprenticed under guru Brooke Siler) who is earning her master's in kinesiology and exercise physiology—so her results are backed by science
Aha Moment: Seeing real progress. "I started doing Pilates because it was the workout of choice among models and celebrities. Gradually, I realized Pilates is more than just exercise; it gives people a sense of control over their own lives. I want to be the best version of myself in all facets of life, and Pilates is the most tangible way to hold myself accountable for my progress."
Training Style: Master quality movement patterns first, work hard, and results will follow. "People too often neglect the fundamentals of fitness—like core strength, posture, and simply moving without pain. Instead, they jump ahead into skill-intensive activities. Pilates is one of the best ways to create a solid foundation on which to build other types of exercise."
Workout Wisdom: Don't let exercise be optional. "If you don't like doing it, initially you have to think of it as nonnegotiable, like brushing your teeth. Remember: Exercise is cumulative—small segments can still yield remarkable benefits."
SIGNATURE MOVE: UPSTRETCH
Stand two inches away from a wall (a). Roll down one vertebra at a time to bring your hands to the floor without your back touching the wall (b). Walk your hands out to a pushup position (c). Slowly reverse the move. Repeat three times.
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