MAG Physical Therapy, Pilates & Wellness

MAG Physical Therapy, Pilates & Wellness Physical Therapy and Private Pilates/Fitness Instruction in a Boutique Studio Setting

Pain can be sneaky 👀You might feel discomfort in one spot—your knee, shoulder, or low back—but the root cause often star...
01/29/2026

Pain can be sneaky 👀

You might feel discomfort in one spot—your knee, shoulder, or low back—but the root cause often starts somewhere else in the body. Tight hips can affect the knees. Limited ankle mobility can stress the back. Weak core muscles can show up as neck or shoulder pain.

At Mag PT & Pilates, we look at how your whole body moves together, not just where it hurts. By addressing the source (not just the symptom), we help you move better, feel stronger, and get lasting relief ✨

Your body is connected. Your care should be too.

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✨ What does it take to perform dry needling in New Jersey? ✨Dry needling is a highly skilled technique, and in New Jerse...
01/22/2026

✨ What does it take to perform dry needling in New Jersey? ✨

Dry needling is a highly skilled technique, and in New Jersey, it’s carefully regulated to ensure patient safety and high standards of care.

Only licensed physical therapists may perform dry needling, and only after completing advanced post-professional training. This includes:
✔️ Extensive coursework in anatomy, neurovascular structures, and safety
✔️ Hands-on lab training and supervised clinical practice
✔️ Successful completion of competency assessments
✔️ Ongoing continuing education to maintain skill and compliance

Dry needling is not entry-level physical therapy. It’s an advanced tool used to treat muscle tension, pain, and movement dysfunction when clinically appropriate.

Have questions about whether dry needling is right for you? Check out the link in our bio to set up a free consultation. 💬

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Have your healthy habits taken a hit over the holidays? That’s ok! (We’ll say it again: That is OK) At MAG PT & Pilates,...
12/30/2025

Have your healthy habits taken a hit over the holidays?

That’s ok! (We’ll say it again: That is OK)

At MAG PT & Pilates, we believe CONSISTENCY is more powerful than perfection and BALANCE is better than obsession or deprivation.

After all, the whole point of taking care of yourself is so you can enjoy the life you actually live.

We’re here to support you on the days you can give 100% and especially on the days when you can’t 💪

✨ What motivates YOU to move? ✨Is it feeling strong and confident in your body?Having less pain and more energy for your...
12/18/2025

✨ What motivates YOU to move? ✨

Is it feeling strong and confident in your body?
Having less pain and more energy for your everyday life?
Being able to keep up with your kids, your work, and yourself?
Or simply carving out 50 minutes that are just for you?

This time of year gets full, fast. The calendar fills, everyone needs something from you, and workouts are often the first thing to fall off the list. That’s why finding your “why” matters.

When you’re clear on why you move—whether it’s pain-free mornings, mental clarity, longevity, or stress relief—it becomes less about motivation and more about commitment. Your “why” is what brings you back on the days you’re tired, busy, or overwhelmed.

Movement isn’t another thing on your to-do list.
It’s how you take care of the person who does all the things. 💛

💬 Tell us in the comments: What’s your why?

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🧡 Grateful Today & Every Day 🧡This Thanksgiving, I’m especially thankful for our incredible community, to everyone who h...
11/27/2025

🧡 Grateful Today & Every Day 🧡
This Thanksgiving, I’m especially thankful for our incredible community, to everyone who has supported MAG PT & Pilates, and because I get to do what I love in an incredible town like Westfield.

Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends, or a little well-deserved solo time, I hope your day is filled with nourishment, rest, and joy.

Thank you for trusting me with your health, your goals, and your wellness journey. I’m honored to be part of your path. 🍁✨

Here’s to strength, balance, and gratitude—today and always.

Fully feeling the Fall vibes 🍁🍂 🦃 but also dreaming of our next outdoor workout 🌞 🍃🌱🌸 Are you Team Cold Weather or Team ...
11/20/2025

Fully feeling the Fall vibes 🍁🍂 🦃 but also dreaming of our next outdoor workout 🌞 🍃🌱🌸

Are you Team Cold Weather or Team Warm Weather?

Group Pilates classes may come with a hidden cost. 💵In big classes, it’s easy for small misalignments to go unnoticed, a...
11/13/2025

Group Pilates classes may come with a hidden cost. 💵

In big classes, it’s easy for small misalignments to go unnoticed, and over time, those can lead to poor movement patterns—or even injury.

At Mag PT & Pilates, our one-on-one and semi-private sessions are designed for you: your body, your goals, your progress. Every movement is guided, every adjustment is intentional, and every session builds the strength and alignment that last far beyond the reformer.

✨ Invest in quality now—for results that last.

10/22/2025

Strong from the inside out 💪✨
✅ Build deep core stability
✅ Strengthen upper body control

Your core supports everything you do, both in and out of the studio.

By combining rotation, resistance, and balance, this exercise strengthens your obliques, shoulders, and postural muscles — helping improve spinal mobility, coordination, and overall body awareness.

It’s not about moving more — it’s about moving better.

Think you need more stretching? 🤔 Maybe not.Sometimes the problem isn’t flexibility — it’s strength. 💪When a muscle feel...
10/01/2025

Think you need more stretching? 🤔 Maybe not.

Sometimes the problem isn’t flexibility — it’s strength. 💪

When a muscle feels “tight,” it may actually be your body asking for more stability and strength, not more stretching. That’s why simply pulling on the muscle isn’t always the answer.

✅ The solution? A professional eye. Dr. Melissa will use her Pilates training + physical therapy expertise to uncover what your body needs — whether it’s strength, mobility work, or yes, a little stretching.

Your body is unique. Don’t guess — get guidance.

✨ We all have a reason we show up. ✨Some come for strength. Some for stress or pain relief. Some for community . Whateve...
09/24/2025

✨ We all have a reason we show up. ✨
Some come for strength. Some for stress or pain relief. Some for community . Whatever your reason—you belong here. 💫

Your body. Your goals. Your journey.
We’re here to support you every step of the way. 🤍

✨ If you only have 10 minutes for Pilates, do this ✨1️⃣ Spine stretch to lengthen + release2️⃣ Plank hold (or knee plank...
09/17/2025

✨ If you only have 10 minutes for Pilates, do this ✨

1️⃣ Spine stretch to lengthen + release
2️⃣ Plank hold (or knee plank) for core + stability
3️⃣ Side-lying leg lifts to wake up your hips + glutes
4️⃣ Bridge lifts for strength + mobility
5️⃣ Roll down to finish grounded + centered

🌿 Ten mindful minutes can change how you feel for the rest of your day. Your body (and mind) will thank you.

👉 Save this for later + tag a friend who needs a 10-minute reset!

⸻✨ “Draw your belly button to your spine.” You’ve probably heard this cue in Pilates, but what does it really mean?It’s ...
09/10/2025



✨ “Draw your belly button to your spine.” You’ve probably heard this cue in Pilates, but what does it really mean?

It’s not about sucking in or holding your breath. Instead, it’s about gently activating your deep core muscles—especially the transverse abdominis, your body’s natural corset. 💪

When you draw your belly button toward your spine:
1️⃣ You create stability and support for your spine and pelvis.
2️⃣ You protect your lower back during movement.
3️⃣ You build a strong foundation for better posture and balance.
4️⃣ You connect more deeply to the movement, making each exercise more effective.

Think of it as wrapping your midsection in strength from the inside out. 🌀 Next time you’re on the mat, try engaging this way and notice how much more powerful and controlled your movements feel.

✨ Strong core. Supported body. Smarter movement. That’s Pilates.

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