The Pink Ribbon Program
The Pink Ribbon Program supports the physical and emotional recovery from breast cancer surgery and promotes a positive body image to breast cancer survivors on their road to recovery.
Pilates for Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
Our instructors at Pilates Bodies are Breast Cancer Exercise Specialists (BCES) qualified to assess, design and implement individual and group exercise programs for those diagnosed with breast cancer. The BCES is skilled in evaluating health behaviors and risk factors, conducting fitness assessments, creating appropriate exercise programs and empowering individuals to lead a healthy and self-fulfilling life. The BCES will have a complete understanding of the entire cancer process from diagnosis to treatment, recovery, prevention of lymphedema and contraindications.
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Pink Ribbon Program Founder
Benefits of The Pink Ribbon Program
Pilates Bodies is dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle and positive body image to all breast cancer survivors. The Pink Ribbon Program will help stretch and strengthen the shoulder, chest, back, and abdominal muscles, allowing women to regain full range of motion to those areas affected by breast cancer surgery. This program is suitable whether your surgery was recent or several years ago and accommodates all fitness levels.
Pilates uses highly specialized equipment to support and develop the precision of movement and control of the body. The Pilates Method offers a comprehensive, all over body workout while bringing greater connection between your body and mind.
Benefits
♦ Reduces feelings of depression
♦ Improves self confidence and control
♦ Helps regain strength and mobility in affected shoulder and arm
♦ Helps control weight
♦ Improves sleep
♦ Decreases stress and tension
♦ Enhances physical and mental well-being