JENNIFER (63) COUNSELLOR
"I feel so good after each class. My back is definitely stronger. I really enjoy the class!"
DEBORAH (22) STUDENT
"I have lost 2 dress sizes since starting Pilates. I am more toned and self-confident about my body than I have been before"
MARJA (44) MEDICAL PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR
"Made me more flexible. Less general body aches. Flattened stomach…"
"I enjoy the studio - calm and organized. Most of the instructors I had were very well trained and gives varied classes"
MARIANNE (43) BOEKHOUER/HUISVROU
"Mate van depressie wat ek begin ervaar het, het opgeklaar. Het baie meer energie, lus vir die lewe. Kry baie meer gedoen. Meer gemotiveerd, meer geduldig met kinders. Nie meer moeg in die middae. Dit het my lewe verander!!!"
ROSALIE (53) HAIRDRESSER
"Helped to alleviate almost constant pain and improve my posture"
RIIKA (33) STUDENT
"Pilates helped me to strengthen my back, reduced pains in my back, it helped me through pregnancy & child birth without back problems, and to recover fast from it"
CLARICE (35) FINANCIAL MANAGER
"More relaxed. Decrease of stress levels. Improved muscle tone considerably, Upper body strength. Improved my lifestyle as a whole. I feel healthier and more energetic."
FRANCIOS (39) BUISINESS OWNER
"I can tie my shoes without effort, more stamina, more strength, will to carry through with the program, more supple, easier movement."
C. STANLEY (36) HOUSEWIFE
"I realized there is no need to build up a sweat to obtain a good full body workout. It's a gentle but effective exercise over a long period."
JILL (40) CONSULTANT/MOTHER OF TWO
"Reduced back pain. Improved figure (I have a waist again!) Increased energy and sense of well being. Given me a place and time each week just for myself."
MARINA (47) TREASURY MANAGER
"I can feel that my stomach muscles are improving. Cramps I used to get with exercises have decreased. I feel positive about doing something about my physical problems."
SIRA (55) LECTURER
"It has made me feel that I can actually move my body without breaking it! It has helped enormously the chronic lower back pain I had for experienced for years. It has improved my posture and made me aware of the fact that it is often bad!"
PETER (59) RETIRED
"I am much fitter than I have been for years; have better muscle definition and strength. I have become more flexible, especially in my lower back. I am aware of bad posture and know how to correct it. My aches and pains in the neck and shoulders have not disappeared completely but trouble me less often."
ILSE (32) GP/LECTOR
"Definitely improved muscle strength, posture, definitely redefined my body shape. I enjoy it, but the fact that results are palpable, keeps me motivated. No muscle spasms or pains ever, because better muscle control and posture."
CAROL (56) DANCE TEACHER
"Knees are wonderful - all problems gone. Back is improving each day - less pain and much stronger."
NADINE (33) LAWYER
"Pilates increased my fitness strength and flexibility. Greatly improved my posture. Feel a lot better about myself and my body now. General body shape and tone greatly improved. I really look forward to my classes as my time!"
COLLEEN (45) HOUSEWIFE
"Definitely loosened my muscles and nerves - far more mobility and not getting the cramps and spasms in my muscles that I was - feeling more 'with it' not old and stiff."
BARBARA (48) SALES
"Avoided a neck operation by strengthening supporting muscles. Improved posture and backache. All over toning. Feeling of wellbeing."
ESTHER (50-something) SALES REP
"I started at Body Intellect approximately two and a half years ago. At that stage I had no idea how this remarkable form of exercise could change my life style. I'm a freelance sales agent and I represent three companies based in Durban. The nature of my work requires a lot of driving and a fair amount of pressure. I suffered from stress related pain in my shoulders and neck due to all the driving. I never realized how bad my posture was, and how the stress affected the flexibility of my neck, shoulders and back. With the specialized Pilates exercises I started to gain control of my body and mind. It was so easy in the past to ignore the body's warning signals with painkillers. All that has changed now, I no longer take painkillers and would rather the time to do a few basic Pilates exercises to reduce the stress in my shoulders and neck. I have become passionate about what I do and what I can still learn about my body to improve my longevity. I strongly believe in this form of exercise and would it to all women of all ages, and especially to the woman over forty.
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