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I live for Pilates reformer class. I go at least three times a week. It's a great way to lengthen your muscles, stretch, and kind of relax your mind.

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Shawn Johnson
Age: 32
Born: 1992
Born: January 19
Artistic Gymnast
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Shawn Machel Johnson East
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