Callanetics Studios / Portland

Callanetics Exercises Are Changing Lives!

Testimonials from the Medical Field

Callanetics exercises are justifiably famous for their success in rapidly reshaping bodies. But within the medical and physical therapy communities the program has gained as much recognition for its effectiveness as means for overcoming or managing  back pain - even among people with severe or chronic back problems due to injury, disease, age, weight or inactivity.

"The posture muscles, the deepest layer of muscles, are important in joint stabilization. Maintaining them in their most relaxed state (stretching), then strengthening them by slow controlled movements will help avoid the stress syndromes and excess joint compression problems. I endorse this method from a medical vantage point." Reuben S. Ingber, M.D.

New York City

"This book [Callan Pinckney's book, Callanetics for Your Back,] is a must for people with back problems. It is filled with practical information, encouragements, and a deep empathy for the difficulties others may have."

Dr. Pasquale Luongo, D.C.

New York City

"I feel Callan's regimen can be very helpful in most cases of back pain due to postural dysfunction."

Liz Henry, Registered Physical Therapist

New York City Ballet

"Callan is allowing people who are suffering from back problems alternative modalities."

Alexis Phillips

Instructor of Massage and Clinic Supervisor, Swedish Institute, New York City, and Co-Director, Soma seminars and workshops in massage

"I have found Callanetics to be a superior exercise fitness program, and I highly recommend it to my patients."  Michael C. Fossen, D.C.

Longmont, Colorado

"Several patients have reported decreased pain, and increased mobility after a single one-hour session."

Deanna Lynn Weeks, D.C.

Escondido, California

"I strongly endorse this method of rehabilitation for those who suffer from chronic musculoskeletal problems."

Roger R. Tangeman, Jr., D.C.

Spokane, Washington

"Both as an emergency physician and as a sports enthusiast, I recommend the Callanetics program without reservation."

Peter P. Farmer, Jr., M.D.

Carlsbad, California

"The Callanetics program is not simply an exercise program; rather it is a form of rehabilitation for spinal injuries and disease."

David N. Olson, D.C.

Cardiff, California

 Testimonials from Portland Students

Since its opening Callanetics Studios/Portland has received a significant portion of its students on referral from doctors.  Come into any class and you will most likely find students eager to give their own accounts of how Callanetics exercises have changed their lives for the better, allowing them to enjoy activities they previously thought were out of reach.

"I was at a point where my back pain was so debilitating that it was ruining my life… I was spending a fortune on chiropractors, massage therapy, and acupuncture. And still the pain continued to get worse. Then I found Callanetics and my life changed. I find Callanetics to be enjoyable, convenient, low stress, and very non-judgmental. My only regret is that I did not find Callanetics sooner!"

William Jung

"I have suffered with severe, acute sciatica and low back pain for 13 years. After 2 weeks of Callanetics classes, the sciatica pain and most of the low back pain is gone. I consider the Callanetics program nothing short of a miracle!"

Jennifer Keikkala

"I started Callanetics upon recommendation by my chiropractor after she had back X-rays done since her manipulations just weren't doing the trick.  After all these years (I was 52 at time of my referral by my chiropractor) she discovered by X-ray a rather severe back injury from childhood.  No wonder I have had such back trouble all these years.  Although I jogged daily, my back muscles were very weak.  I was to the point of having my husband help me out of bed in the morning.  I was hoping to come to Callanetics for 2-3 times and "learn the ropes".  Fifteen months later I still come willingly twice a week.  I didn't even realize the change was happening when they did, but suddenly it occurred to me after 2 months, that the majority of my back pain was gone.  My husband no longer needs to assist me from a lying to a standing position.  What a blessing."

Peggy Ann West

"After 20 years of back troubles and the loss of 2" in height, I found Callanetics.  Words can hardly describe the improvement.  I'm straighter, stronger and at 5'10" I have my 2" back.  Callanetics will always be part of my life."

Mary Ellington

Gina Sellon came to Callanetics classes as a result of an auto accident.  She has experienced greatly increased energy, endurance, strength, and flexibility as well as pain relief. Gina also credits Callanetics for her improved mental attitude.