Hi again, Sacred!

The Pilates I use right now is Pilates for Dummies, which is just a mat-based workout with plenty of modifications suggested for beginners. But, with any luck, I'll be getting Winsor Pilates for my birthday (I asked for it), which seems to be much more difficult.

Another question: how often do you work out? Injuries can come when the body needs more rest, too (a stupid but effective way of getting our attention ).

You could try using bands for resistance. I don't have any, but I've used them before, and they're great (so long as you don't lose your grip and snap yourself with the band ).

Alopex

P.S. German Shepherds apparently have a "crazy" switch which can go off without warning after years of no problems even in an otherwise well-behaved dog. No one seems to know why. I've seen it happen a few times, and it's definitely scary. I avoid those dogs myself.