01/31/2026
Stacey Sloan brings a thoughtful, whole-body approach to Pilates, shaped by her background in physical therapy, exercise science, and personal experience with injury and recovery. In this Q&A, Stacey shares how she found Pilates, why it became such a powerful part of her career, and how she helps clients move with more confidence, comfort, and awareness in the studio and in everyday life.
Q: Tell us a little about yourself and how you first discovered Pilates.
I was introduced to Pilates while I was recovering from injuries related to training for a triathlon. I came from a strong exercise science background and was very much in a “go, go, go” mindset at the time. A family friend recommended Pilates as part of my recovery, and once I started, I quickly fell in love with it.
Pilates helped me slow down, become more intentional with my movement, and really understand my body in a new way. What started as part of my own rehab eventually turned into a passion. A few years later, while working full-time in physical therapy, I decided to pursue comprehensive Pilates teacher training through Polestar Pilates. It was intense — like having a second full-time job — but I’ve never regretted it.
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