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www.MOSTmag.com || MOST FITNESS || 79doing them. Sometimes I%u2019m known to give it twice in a reverse order to make them do it again. It%u2019s a killer, but will give you the strongest core. It is five exercises performed in a row for your core.MFM: Do you do yoga ever? It seems that a lot of people are either yoga or Pilates. Why do you believe Pilates is the stronger, better overall workout?SJ: I do yoga once a week. I think yoga has its benefits too, if you are aware of your body placement. Yoga tends to be in big group settings so form can get lost, but if done properly it can be of great benefit to the body and mind. I feel that Pilates is a much more rigorous and cardiovascular of a workout and more challenging than any other exercise I know. It kicks your butt and changes your body very quickly, so for me, it%u2019s my cup of tea. I like to work hard and get results fast.MFM: Does UpRise stick to classical Pilates, and what is the difference between other kinds of Pilates?SJ: UpRise does stick to Classical Pilates. I believe in the method Joseph Pilates created. I%u2019ve seen it change hundreds of bodies. It works, so why mess with it? Although other variations can be fun too and a nice mix, nothing works like the real deal in my opinion.MFM: For people who have never tried acupuncture before, what should they expect during the first session? And how many sessions does it take until you really notice a change or start healing?SJ: For a person to first try acupuncture, they should definitely feel a difference and feel better. After the first session, you should definitely feel a change. Acupuncture is so relaxing too and most people fall asleep during their treatment. I always say it%u2019s like taking a vacation for an hour. You feel relaxed, rejuvenated, and refreshed afterwards too.MFM: What is the main concern most people have about doing acupuncture, and how do you address it? SJ: People mostly have a concern in acupuncture of the needles hurting. That is their biggest fear. I will show them the needles so they can see how small they are. After the first one has been inserted, they are more relaxed. Helping them breathe through it helps tremendously. Everyone comments how relaxing it is, and his or her body starts to feel calmer.