How I did it: I found a great pilates studio walking distance from my apartment. For the first little while, I went with a friend but she eventually dropped out (the studio was much further from her place). I bought monthly unlimited packages which meant that the more often I went, the less I paid for each class. I stuck with the classes and instructors I liked and avoided the ones I didn't. After about 6 months, I felt like I really understood what I was doing and after two years of regular practice, I enrolled in and completed an instructor course.

Lessons & tips: Buy a package so you'll be more motivated to go, find a studio or class where you feel comfortable, make friends with people in the class, if you're not getting it or not enjoying it, try a different instructor.

Feb 18, 2009, 01:16AM PST | 0 comments | 1 cheer