Biography
Mary M. Gordon, a skilled innovator, is THE expert in the field of Plus Size Pilates™ a workout for overweight students of all sizes and shapes.
Highlights:- Thirteen years working as operating room nurse gave her a visual comprehension of the workings of the inside of the body.
- Several years of ventilator nursing revealed to Mary the dynamics and power of the breath, oxygen, and circulation – so essential to activate the Pilates exercises.
- As longtime athlete she has competed in over 50 events: numerous triathlons, bicycle races, swimming competitions, and running races.
- She is a lifetime weight lifter and has been a competitive body builder; a kick boxer; and yoga instructor.
- The daughter of a U.S. military career officer, Mary enjoys teaching in camouflage designed fitness wear, her signature look.
- Mary M. Gordon is a certified Pilates instructor, and a A.C.E. (American Council of Exercise) Certified Personal Trainer.
- She was a Certified Surgical Technologist and a Registered E.M.T.
- Mary maintains active nursing licenses in FL and AZ.
Plus Size Pilates
Gordon found herself in a perfect position to assist her personal trainer clients 30–40 pounds overweight to over 400 pounds to develop their core strength by developing Plus Size Pilates™. Together they identified the key elements of the Pilates routine that made it possible for round shaped bodies to effectively change their figures from deep within, at the core.More-->
Personal Interests
Pilates; Yoga; Weight Training; Running; Swimming, Bicycling; Martial Arts; Dancing; Fine art, Modeling; and Film Studies. She enjoys popular culture such as movies, magazines, fashion, and an armchair fan of all forms adventure and adventure racing.
Resume
Mary M. Gordon's resume is available in a printable format.
Mary M. Gordon
- Certified Pilates Instructor
- American Council on Exercise, (A.C.E.) Certified Personal Trainer
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Advice & Info
Unhealthy Roundness is a complicated and highly individual issue. Here are some of the factors…
The Mummy Tummy What has happened to my body? As anyone who has had a child…
Testimonials What people are saying about Plus Size Pilates™ …
Contact
Mary M. Gordon
520.977.1004