IM=X® Pilates meets the growing demand for pilates, yoga, and back strengthening with its proprietary franchise business. For more than 15 years, IM=X® Pilates has been an innovator in the pilates, and back care industries. Our unique certifications and patented equipment have been successfully implemented at Gold’s Gyms, Jewish Community Centers, YMCA’s, New York Sports Clubs (TSI), corporate health sites, physical therapy/chiropractic offices and with sports teams such as the New York Mets. IM=X® Pilates has been featured in publications such as Self, Shape, Mademoiselle, Physical, Fitness, Fit, Dance, PilatesStyle magazines, The New York Times and more.
The IM=X® program incorporates Pilates moves but emphasizes the strength training and cardiovascular elements that are not inherent in traditional style Pilates, which tends to focus more on flexibility and dance-based movements. Aimed at club members rather than dancers, IM=X® offers a cross-conditioning system focusing on muscle efficiency through posture and core muscle endurance. It is a comprehensive program that includes resistance training, plyometric jumps, and innovative formats such as Back Care, Pre- and Post-Natal, Interval Training, and Cardio Training. The IM=X® program is beneficial for all body types and fitness levels.
The IM=X® Pilates vision grew out of Elyse’s certifications in traditional pilates and the Alexander Technique, a M.A. in Movement Science and a M.Ed. in Exercise Physiology from Columbia University. She and her Master Trainers have spent over a decade defining the IM=X® pilates curriculum, developing routines for target markets (i.e. golfers, seniors, pre/postnatal, general back pain); and establishing the IM=X® Pilates certification courses, marketing, equipment, and products. Elyse and the IM=X® Master Trainer team have extensive experience training and rehabilitating professional athletes, dancers and patients with back pain. IM=X® Pilates has been featured at numerous health and fitness conventions including World Fitness IDEA Conference, the IDEA Mind/Body Conference, ECA, the World Spinning Conference, the Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Conference. In addition, the IM=X® Pilates DVD series has been sold world-wide; and Elyse has authored a workout guide for men: Pilates for Men.
A strong fitness program delivered by a well-educated instructor is the inspiration that drives membership. The IM=X® Pilates Education (8 courses) provides the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver a superior fitness and wellness program to clients. The IM=X® Pilates certification courses provide an in-depth understanding of topics such as stabilization, heart rate training, strength training, spring loading, posture, back care, sports training, pre/postnatal training, weight loss and age-related deconditioning.
Currently, IM=X® offers the following courses at locations across the country: IM=X® Pilates Basic 5-Day Intensive, Advanced 5-Day Intensive, Super Advanced 5-Day Intensive, 2-Day Yoga Course, 2-Day Tower Course, 2-Day Heart Rate Course (combines IM=X® pilates with cardio equipment), 3-Day Spinal Xercize Course, Master Trainer Certification, and Business Training for Franchise Studios.
about IM=X®
IM=X® Pilates, Inc. is bringing IM=X®, Integrated Movement Xercize to the forefront of fitness. Based on the teachings of J.H. Pilates and the Alexander Technique, the system integrates the physiological principles of strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular training to evoke a higher level of fitness in a shorter period of time than other similar programs. IM=X® develops muscle tone and range of motion for people of all levels of fitness and even disability.
IM=X® Pilates founder, Elyse McNergney, studied and was certified by Romana Kryzanowska at The Pilates Studio in NYC before obtaining a certification in the Alexander Technique and two Masters Degrees (M.A. in Movement Science and an M.Ed. in Exercise Physiology at Columbia University). Impressed with the versatility and overall benefits of Pilates-style training, Elyse created the IM=X® Pilates program to reflect the changes and research of today’s fitness and rehabilitation markets.
For information on the IM=X® certification calendar, equipment, studio locations, and franchise opportunities, contact IM=X® Pilates at 212.997.5550 (800.IMX.1336 outside New York), email info@imxpilates.com, or visit www.imxpilates.com