Integrated Movement Xercize

IM=X® is Pilates and Fitness Reinvented!

IM=X® stands for Integrated Movement Xercize.  We offer a wide variety of fitness formulas to help all ages, sizes and abilities.

Our studios offer our premier fusion workouts that integrate pilates, barre, yoga, cycling, weight training and back wellness - all under one roof. Our focus on powerful stabilization protocols so that you can receive the most from every workout. Try 3 sessions at a studio near you or with our OnDemand channel and you will feel a change in your muscle tone and spinal length. Come regularly and you will enjoy freedom of movement and better health.

IM=X® was developed by Elyse McNergney - certified in traditional pilates and the Alexander Technique with a M.A. in Movement Science from New York University and a M.Ed. in Exercise Physiology from Columbia University. Elyse’s background as a dancer and exercise scientist; and her 15+ years of training all types of clients led her to develop the IM=X® programs.

Lauren Fakete is the President of IM=X® and is passionate about helping IM=X® studio owners achieve their goals while building wellness communities in their cities and towns. Lauren is a former ballerina who acquired an interest in fitness while at George Mason University where she graduated cum laude with two degrees in Dance and Political Theory and Law.   

Renee Raiche is a Master Trainer for IM=X® Pilates and can be found hosting certifications across the country and virtually. Certified in IM=X® Pilates in 2001, Renee began teaching pilates for IM=X® and at many major NY area health and fitness clubs. Renee is also a certified yoga teacher specializing in yoga therapeutics. Renee has run five marathons including the NYC Marathon and the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington DC raising money for wounded service members.

Robert Maynard, the COO of IM=X®, assists with technology and day to day operations. He has an extensive career background in technology and holds a Master's of Science in Computer Information Systems from Rivier University.  

Sara Manganello is a Master Trainer for IM=X® Pilates. Sara graduated cum laude with a BA in Musical Theater from Point Park University. Sara finds the IM=X® Pilates program to be the perfect marriage of choreographed movement and strength training. She currently teaches private and semi-private sessions and enjoys teaching IM=X® certifications both virtually and at locations across the United States.

Committed to Education

The IM=X® team is committed to delivering our proprietary certification courses to all franchise owners and staff to support the growth of powerful physical health and well-being. Our unparalleled commitment to continuing education means that business owners have the opportunity to save or payroll and recruit the best candidates to learn how to teach IM=X® Pilates as well as its ancillary barre, cycle, yoga programs.

IM=X® workouts are healthy for everybody as they result in strong hips and legs plus an extremely toned spine, trunk and core. IM=X® is a total body tightening program that focuses on endurance strengthening, cardio and stretching to create lean muscles and excellent posture while accelerating the metabolism and stabilizing the back. Our clients proclaim the powerful difference of IM=X® workouts and its patented equipment.

I have been teaching the IMX programs at Bristol Myers-Squibb since 2002…I feel very fortunate that so many years back the Fitness Center staff at BMS connected with Elyse and we all had the opportunity to learn, train and certify in IMX. Thanks to her knowledge and creativity we all continue to make a difference in the lives of each person that experiences an IMX Mat or Xercizer class.”

- Sharon Combes-Kelemen 
- Sharon Combes-Kelemen

We are thrilled to be re-signed for our next 10 year term…Out of all of my different careers this is by far the best thing I have ever done and I truly love what I do! The IM=X® Pilates franchise allowed my husband to quit his job, and we have lived solely off our IM=X studio’s income for the past 10 years with a great lifestyle and more freedom.” 

Rhonda Webber, Owner, IM=X® Lake Oswego OR 
Rhonda Webber, Owner, IM=X® Lake Oswego OR

Elyse McNergney…re-engineered, re-energized and re-branded the physical fitness system Joseph Pilates…Part jock, part dancer, part academic and part entrepreneur, McNergney has an intense interest in fitness, posture, strength training and the mechanics of making healthy bodies, which led her to devise “the next evolution in Pilates training.” It also compelled her to earn both an M.Ed. in exercise physiology from Columbia University and an M.A. in movement sciences from New York University. Her work with private exercise clients, from professional athletes to elderly people with back pain and regular folks looking for improved fitness, inspired her to develop the IM=X® (pronounced IMX) system in 1996.”

- Entrepreneurial Woman 
- Entrepreneurial Woman

I fell in love with IM=X® Pilates immediately when the franchise was introduced at my state Chiropractic Association meeting. I am always cautious when considering buying into complimentary wellness services for my chiropractic office. For a passionate doctor, the chiropractic principle is enough, however when I was honest with myself, I knew IM=X® was a perfect fit for the suite next door. It provides our patients and our community with a solid clinical foundation for elongation, stabilization and strengthening. With our emphasis on posture and its neurological implications, IM=X® guides patients’ lifestyles and offers them challenging and fun ways to improve their function and performance. Thanks IM=X® for making it easy to implement and easy to operate.”

- Dr. Michael Magwood, Owner BS, DC, CACCP, TRT-Adv Cert, AT-Cert 
- Dr. Michael Magwood, Owner BS, DC, CACCP, TRT-Adv Cert, AT-Cert

IM=X® conditioning has been beneficial for Orel Hershiser and our athletes. As a sports conditioning coach I can see how this program can help not only baseball players, but all athletes. The IM=X® program and equipment can help prevent injury and increase performance. It is safe and effective.”

—Barry Heyden, Strength Coach & Personal Trainer 
—Barry Heyden, Strength Coach & Personal Trainer

USA made for over 20 years

Created by a female entrepreneur who continues to bootstrap her vision to hundreds of thousands.