“I have a question about a client with Attention Deficit Disorder, ADD.  She takes medication for it and sometimes it works better than others.  I try to minimize distractions in and around the studio and I try to be very clear with my queing.   Is there something I could be doing to focus her? Your thoughts on that would be very helpful.”  — Susan

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Great question!  Personally, I haven’t worked with a client who’s told me she’s ADD and on meds, but I’ve had numerous clients with distraction issues – whether it’s from chronic pain, emotional, work-related, or they just have that personality of wanting to be doing anything but exercise!

In my experience, doing a consistent Pilates program should help improve her focus over time, but there are definitely some things you can do to assist.