CMB Pilates: A Virtual Pilates Space for Neurodivergent Moms to Feel Strong, Seen & Supported
Written By Elizabeth Robb
Published on: 12/19/2025
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There’s a certain kind of exhaustion that never fully gets talked about.
The kind that comes from juggling motherhood, neurodivergence, overstimulation, mental load, physical tension—and still feeling like you’re supposed to keep it all together.
And if you’re a neurodivergent mom, that experience can feel even heavier.
This is where the story of CMB Pilates begins.
Not with a glamorous studio or complicated equipment—but with one woman, a mat on the floor, and a moment of truth that changed everything.
How Christine Found Pilates
Before she became a certified instructor, Christine Betances was simply searching for something she could do—and stick with.
At 265 pounds, traditional workouts felt overwhelming, unsafe, and inaccessible.
The gym was intimidating.
Her nervous system felt constantly overstimulated.
Nothing felt sustainable.
Then she discovered Pilates.
Unlike the harsh, high-intensity workouts that left her drained, Pilates met her where she was:
gentle modifications
low-impact movement
clear instructions
a calmer mind afterward
and a sense of accomplishment she hadn’t felt in years
It wasn’t just exercise.
It was quiet, grounding, emotional relief.
And little by little, it helped her reconnect with her body—not by forcing it, but by listening to it.
That was the beginning of CMB Pilates.
A Virtual Pilates Studio Built for Neurodivergent Moms
Today, Christine specializes in offering virtual Pilates that supports neurodivergent moms—moms who need structure, calm, and compassionate guidance without pressure or overwhelm.
Her offerings include:
✔ Private virtual sessions
Personalized, adaptive, and paced for your nervous system.
✔ Small group classes
Community energy without sensory overload.
✔ Larger virtual classes
Affordable, flexible options to stay consistent.
✔ No equipment required
Because accessibility matters.
This structure wasn’t built by accident.
It was built from lived experience.
Christine knows what it feels like to:
not have time for yourself
feel overstimulated by the gym
wonder if you’re “fit enough” to start
feel guilty for prioritizing your own needs
have routines fall apart because life is chaotic
Her virtual studio was designed for women who need movement that fits into real life—nap times, breaks between tasks, or even late at night when the world finally gets quiet.
Why Pilates Works So Well for Neurodivergent Moms
Pilates is one of the most neurodivergent-friendly movement practices because it offers:
Predictable routines
The structure of Pilates can feel deeply calming for ADHD, anxiety, or sensory overwhelm.
Low-impact, joint-friendly movement
Perfect for beginners or women returning to movement after long breaks.
Nervous system regulation
Breath + slow intentional movement = grounding.
Mind-body awareness
Pilates helps reconnect you with your body so you can notice tension, emotions, and needs.
A sense of accomplishment
Something neurodivergent moms rarely get to feel in their day-to-day.
Christine’s clients describe her classes as:
“Accessible but still challenging.”
“Supportive and uplifting.”
“The first time I’ve felt connected to myself in years.”
A Safe, Supportive, Judgment-Free Space
Christine is the kind of instructor who makes you feel safe instantly.
She cues clearly, celebrates progress, and never pushes you beyond what your nervous system is ready for.
Her approach includes:
warm, patient guidance
modifications for every body
options for overstimulated days
a no-shame, no-guilt philosophy
emotional validation during movement
humor, smiles, and the occasional dad joke
She sees you.
She understands you.
She teaches with compassion—not comparison.
This is why CMB Pilates is quickly becoming a haven for neurodivergent moms across Pennsylvania and beyond.
How You Can Support Christine & CMB Pilates
Supporting a small wellness business can truly change a life.
Here are simple ways to uplift Christine’s work:
💛 Visit her website
💛 Follow her journey
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CMBPilates
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cmb_pilates_
Christine isn’t just teaching Pilates—she is helping women reclaim energy, confidence, and connection in their own bodies.
Every woman deserves movement that feels safe.
Every mom deserves time that’s truly her own.
Every neurodivergent woman deserves a wellness space that understands her.
CMB Pilates offers all of that—and more.
Christine’s story is a reminder that healing doesn’t come from forcing your body into something it’s not.
It comes from compassion.
Connection.
Celebration.
Small, steady moments of movement that slowly rebuild trust in yourself.
This is Pilates that meets you where you are.
This is Pilates that supports your nervous system.
This is Pilates that can change your life—one breath, one stretch, one moment at a time.
