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Sonia Moore-Williams, left, and Kaydee Viveros demonstrate techniques on the Curves resistance machines.At some fitness centers certain folks think “if you’ve got it flaunt it” in full view of both sexes with picture windows where passers by see it all.

For the modest female, there is Curves, a place for women to workout in a supportive, comfortable atmosphere.

The motto of Curves is no makeup, no men and no mirrors.

Three years ago Marion Prescott’s young son said her butt was getting big and jiggly so she did something about it. She bought into a Curves franchise for St. Croix and began to firm up.

Sonia Moore-Williams, manager of Curves, says Curves workouts are fun, fast, safe and completed in 30 minutes, making them perfect for busy women.

At Curves an affordable total body workout is done with personal attention and coaching from Curves trained fitness instructors.

Curves was founded in Texas by Gary and Diane Heavin in 1992. Gary Heavin has been an exercise and weight management counselor for more than 30 years and has written many books on fitness.

The Curves program works every major muscle group in a workout that combines strength training using safe and effective hydraulic resistance machines and sustained cardiovascular aerobic activity. The program includes warm up, cool down and stretching. Women learn to measure their heart rate and monitor their workout level picking up or lowering the pace for the most effective workout.

Traditional gym equipment is typically sized for men and needs to be adjusted for each person. The Curves hydraulic resistance machines adjust automatically to individual fitness levels. The workout is accompanied by upbeat music and a Curves trained coach for motivation and to ensure proper form. The coaches are also American Red Cross CPR certified.

Moore-Williams says before beginning the program women are given a fitness assessment. She added some women are advised by their physicians to get fit at Curves. Weight is monitored and Body Mass Index is measured once a month.

“We have one lady who has lost 130 pounds working out at Curves,” Williams said. “The program works for everybody working at their own pace.”

Moore-Williams, who has made exercise a part of her life, said they recommend working out five days a week. She says the hours are set up to accommodate busy schedules.

Curves is open from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday.

Curves also gives women a science-based diet program proven in university studies to raise metabolism and burn calories. Everyone gets a member guide book with recipes, weight loss charts and charts listing calories, protein, carbohydrates, fiber, and fat content of all sorts ofMarie Ortize works out at Curves. food. They have Curves supplements and shakes in stock. They also sell Curves workout clothing and shoes.

“I love the team spirit and team support from other women,” said Delilah Ortiz, a member who has lost 30 pounds since joining in October. “I feel comfortable here – we are like a big family.”

Ortiz said she joined after the birth of her son because she wanted to get back to her old self.

As a group the women have taken part in the American Cancer Society Relay for Life and MOTTEP walks for organ transplant awareness, and women’s walks and races for local causes.

Curves is located at 88 Estate Castle Coakley close to Hovensa and Route 681, making it almost center island and convenient for women coming from east or west.

Further information about Curves can be obtained and a tour and assessment scheduled by calling 719-8613.

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