u/kimmeljs

Pilates classes started again after the summer break. I switched to "strength pilates" this season and did pretty well. I have been going to pilates a long time, almost 20 years and at 66, there's still progress to be made, despite surgeries and aging. I am often the only male in the class which makes me wonder why guys don't do this.

I wonder if anybody here shares my experience? I am more nimble, have better balance, and can carry stuff around with no back troubles.

(...after SUMMER break)...In May, I (M 66) put together a spreadsheet of exercises and props to use to continue Pilates on my own. Summers are hectic with all kinds of projects, trips, babysitting, family, etc. So, naturally, I had a complete hiatus and the spreadsheet was abandoned as a "good try."

I changed to a "strength pilates" class that I tried a few times during the winter, and where I got some great cues from the instructor. I was a bit apprehensive as all I had done was chores and brisk-pace dog walks. But it went well. It was an intensive workout with a few complicated moves and modifications but I believe it's good for me going forward.

I persuaded my wife to take the class I had gone to before. That's a big win for me. Thanks for reading!