Lauren recently said, “Thanks to you I’ve become addicted to Pilates. I’m continuing my Pilates training here in LA as the new show shoots. Thanks Barb.” many problems & symptoms associated with the disease. This past June I had a good hair day at my hair salon called Bangz in Montclair, NJ. I told my hairdresser I read & did some Pilates. On my way out, I was making small talk with an office worker about a book I read on Pilates. “The young lady was a college student & studying dance. Recently, she was certified as a Pilates instructor, but couldn’t work with the disabled but she could put me in contact with someone who could help me. She called the woman & gave me her number & website. I called her & was in shock when I went to her site. “Not only is Barbara Hoon a Pilates instructor, she is a mom, dancer, actress, drill sergeant & saint! I have worked with her since June & I am humbled by her willingness to help me. Her accomplishments overwhelmed me & I’m honored she took me on as a “student.” Her approach is one of a dancer & her instruction is totally different than physical therapy because my movements are “choreographed.” Her approach works for me as does the Pilates approach to my problem. “Barbara is determined to get me out of my wheelchair & is using her skills & experience with helping injured people she worked with in the past. Not only did I gain a Pilates instructor, I gained a friend. “I journal our progress & she introduced amazing people who help me by giv