Pilates for Wellness: A Class for AML & MDS Patients
Join us for a beginner-friendly Pilates class specially designed for people living with acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndromes. This gentle session will guide you through simple movements that can help improve flexibility, posture, and overall well-being. No prior experience is needed—just bring a mat or towel, wear something comfortable, and find a quiet space where you can move freely. While this class is designed to be accessible and safe, we always recommend checking in with your healthcare team before starting any new form of exercise.
Marilu introduces the agenda for the event and featured speaker Mariana Castro
Mariana guides us through a pilates sesion
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Marilú Nájera Flores
Marilu Najera is an International Medical Graduate and an Event Operations Manager at the HealthTree Foundation. Her journey through several patient-centered roles has deepened her passion for advocacy, education, and connection. Now, as part of the education team, she is leading efforts to grow HealthTree’s newest community: ALL (acute lymphoblastic leukemia). She organizes patient-friendly webinars with expert speakers and works to ensure that patients and families feel informed, empowered, and supported. Marilu brings empathy, joy, and warmth to every project. Outside of work, she loves to travel, connect with others, and spend time with her loved ones—especially her nephews (being an aunt is her absolute favorite role in life!).
Mariana Castro
Mariana is an International Medical Graduate and Clinical Data Integrity Manager at HealthTree, where she ensures the accuracy and reliability of medical data for research and helps patients manage their information in CureHub. Passionate about healthy, balanced living, Mariana has practiced yoga and Pilates for seven years and became a certified Pilates instructor in 2023. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, cycling, and spending time with her family and beloved dogs