Pilates Testimonials

What our customers are saying about Personal Pilates Plus ....
"The instructors at Personal Pilates Plus are always challenging and creative. Individual sessions with Katie helped me hone the basic foundations I needed to get the most out of a group class. Even though I may be tired after work, Erika's enthusiasm keeps me motivated, and I always leave energized, not depleted. The workouts are subtle yet effective, and I have noticed increased strength and stability without aggravating old injuries. Thank you for helping me continue doing the work I love."
--Kelly Su Lim, CNMT, owner of On the Table Massage
Katie is an extraordinary instructor. I've been training at Personal Pilates Plus for a year and a half, and I've rarely done the same technique twice. She's creative and innovative, adding her own twist to the basic Pilates techniques most people are familiar with while still applying the fundamental principles that make Pilates so effective in building long, lean muscles; strengthening the core; and improving flexibility and mobility. She creates a fun, encouraging, positive atmosphere, and I always walk out of class feeling great, physically and mentally.
--Karen Petersen, 44, Web content manager
Because Katie is a PT assistant, her knowledge of injuries, anatomy and how to work the muscles make her incredibly efficient in hleping me work past some old injuries. I'm a personal trainer myself, and I can definitely tell, after working with Katie for six months, that my body moves better -- way better-- than before. It has definitely hit some weak spots and tight spots, and I can feel the difference in terms of how I'm able to perform in all of my other athletic endeavors, from skiing to hiking to kettlebell training. I also like the benefit I'm seeing in terms of the definition I'm seeing through my core. Not only is Katie a ton of fun to work with, but she has a work ethic that's second to none, which I totally respect. After being in the fitness field for 20+ years, there are a handful of top-notch professionals that I truly look up to. Katie is one of them.
--Gus Petersen, owner, ProEdge Kettlebells
I appreciate that you push me because you know I can do it, even when I don't. I'm just amazed at what I can do. I say thankyou, thankyou, thankyou and I look forward to every workout.
--ML, Arvada
I started training with Katie after the birth of my second child. I was overweight, very out of shape and had terrible knee pain. Training with Katie helped me lose 30 pounds and get very lean and toned...she brought my body into balance. During our training sessions she helped me strengthen the muscles that support my knees and between doing that and losing weight my knees feel great! She taught me how to eat during two nutritional counseling sessions and it changed the way I view food and health. Today I am still training with her and she is whipping me back into shape after having my third child.
--Kristi Y
I’ve been working with Katie Thornhill as my personal pilates trainer for the last eight years. Katie is GREAT! Her knowledge of human anatomy is extensive and the workouts she puts me through are always different and challenging. She keeps it fun and motivates me to do my best. My strength and flexibility have improved greatly. I would highly recommend Katie to anyone interested in pilates.
--Patti R
Katie is very knowledgeable regarding anatomy. She provides me with innovative workouts. I've seen significant improvements with my posture, strength, energy and body shape. Katie is never boring and she has a great sense of humor. Katie provides comprehensive health consulting (including diet, injury rehab, injury prevention, etc.).
--Laura Hulbert
Katie makes workouts fun. She is very accomodating to my schedule. She tailors the workout for men. It's always a hard workout.
--David Hastogolis
Personal Pilates Plus is a great studio. They make me feel comfortable and welcome, all the while getting me into super great shape. I have achieved many of my fitness/wellness goals over the last few years because of their motivation and consistent innovative workouts.
--Holly A
I can honestly say that Pilates has changed my life. Having lived with chronic back issues for years, I have been hard pressed to find a form of exercise to help manage the discomfort. Then, I learned about Pilates. It has strengthened my core, increased my flexibility and significantly decreased my lower back pain. I am completely satisfied with the results. Katie and all of her instructors are warm and welcoming and bring vast experience to our classes. Their teaching styles are innovative and thoughtful, and always include a personal touch. I guess the name "Personal" Pilates Plus was no accident!. Also, as someone who is easily bored by routine exercise, one of the greatest benefits of Personal Pilates Plus is that no two class are alike--which makes coming here fun, exciting and never boring!
--Denise C
I’ve been a participant in Katie’s Tuesday and Thursday night mat classes for close to four years and can honestly say it changed my life. My back was injured when I was a child and I finally had back surgery when I was 30. Since that time, I had been on daily medication for chronic pain and just assumed I would suffer continuous pain for the rest of my life. Well, not anymore – after the first nine months of regular attendance to my mat classes there came a day I realized that my back didn’t hurt! Can you imagine, as a 43-year-old woman I experienced being pain free for the first time since I was seven, there is no way to explain what a gift this is. This winter, at the age of 45, I went on my first hut trip and loved it – not once did I worry that I couldn’t do it – not only has Katie removed a lot of physical pain from my life – she has removed a lot of fear as well. Katie combines her years of Pilates training with a strong physical therapy background to create challenging and engaging classes that continue to improve my strength and keep me interested. I know that she is always watching and aware of each class member’s abilities and weaknesses; in other words, I know that it is safe to push myself without risking injury because Katie not only knows what my body can do, but what it should and should not do. She is always willing to spend extra time with you to work on a problem area and give you “homework” to help you improve or resolve problems. I feel truly fortunate to have found Katie and her studio, and I encourage anyone - no matter what your physical abilities - to attend a class regularly and reap the rewards of a strong and healthy body built by Katie.
--Julie P
"Pilates changed my life! The strength and flexibility that I have gained through Pilates has had a positive effect on my general well being. After six years of Pilates with Katie, I hold my body differently, I have better posture and feel taller. Katie's classes are individually tailored for her students. Her background in physical therapy allows her to accommodate and sometimes conquer everyone's physical limitations. Even though you may be in a group class it feels like a one on one personal training session. "
--Krissy Adducci, Teacher