Joseph H. Pilates said, "Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness."

People often ask the question, "Should I be flexible and fit to do Pilates?" The answer then is "By taking Pilates, you CAN become flexible and fit!"

Pilates is a means to an end. Or it can be an end in itself. Pilates is a jumpboard towards greater possibilities beyond the physical body. (Oh, the Jumpboard is a piece of Pilates equipment, in fact!)

What are the BENEFITS of PILATES? When done correctly and regularly, PILATES:

Builds core strength & stability;

Improves coordination, posture, & alignment;

Increases flexibility & endurance;

Improves muscular tone, balance & strength;

Prevents injury and hastens post-rehab recovery;

Enhances athletic performance;

Relieves stress & back pain;

Heightens body awareness & self-esteem.

In simpler terms, PILATES can help us have a well-balanced, high quality of life.

MOVE EASILY in daily life as you wake up, shower, dress up, cook, walk, run, lift, sit, drive, work, play, and discover new talents. More specifically, when playing your competitive sports, trying to get pregnant, recovering from recent injury or surgery.

FEEL INVIGORATED, more energized and less exhausted through long days of work and traffic, and have more quality time for yourself and your loved ones; instead of getting sick and injured, and spending on medical bills. Prevention is definitely better than cure.

LOOK FABULOUS with a leaner, lighter body; with a more confident, buoyant posture; And glow with the natural youthful joy from exercise! Wear your favorite flattering outfits!

That makes sense, right?

That said, we can be more efficient at work and at home if we are fit, right?!?! That means we achieve our personal and professional goals faster, right?!?!

Pilates is recommended for almost every human being on this earth. You may be a beginner, a fanatic, a golfer, a ballet dancer, a tennis player, a swimmer, a corporate executive, a mother, a father, a grandparent, an entrepreneur, a celebrity, a senior citizen, a politician, or you may be any kind of performer or an athlete of any sport, or neither, even.

Take note that if you had recent injuries, surgery, therapy, pregnancy, a major illness, or other medical issues, i.e., within the past year, you may take Pilates with your physician's consent.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please consult your physician(s) for medical advice. Always ALWAYS SAFETY FIRST. This blog's owner will NOT be held liable for any and all consequences from any and all forms of use of this blog.

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Pilates Queen is an internationally trained STOTT PILATES* Fully Certified Instructor, one of the few from the Philippines. She has rendered more than 2000 hours of well-attended, blissful, and successful classes to date.

"Fully Certified" means that she is trained in standard Pilates repertoire, including and not limited to: the Essential, Intermediate, & Advanced levels for Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels; small equipment such as Toning Balls, Flexbands, Foam Rollers, Circles & Stability Balls; plus Injuries & Special Populations. And lots of continuing education as we speak.

With much gratitude for the deluge of all your inquiries and messages, Pilates Queen requests your patience and understanding as she takes time to reply properly. She is fully booked and immersed in adventures and endeavors. However, she can still impart knowledge and help you find other available instructors and centers.

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