Hello everyone, I’m MARY, your instructor. Today, I’d like to share my personal thoughts on what lies beyond mastering Pilates, and what Pilates truly means to me. When I first experienced Pilates about 16 or 17 years ago, authentic Pilates hadn't spread across the world the way it has today. Only a handful of people knew about it, and even they often misunderstood it as "just another form of yoga." Of course, there were professionals importing equipment and practicing it seriously back then,

What changes have you noticed since starting Pilates? The first change I noticed was my posture. I didn't realize it myself, but I think I was told during the trial lesson that I had a swayback. I don't remember when it started, but I noticed that my posture was gradually improving when I was standing in the kitchen or at the sink at home. I also feel like my muscles are getting stronger in a balanced way overall. My body fat percentage has also dropped significantly

What advice would you give to someone wanting to start Pilates? The best thing about it is that it improves your happiness. It regulates your autonomic nervous system and puts you in a good mood. It tightens your body, reduces swelling, and reduces physical discomfort. I feel like I can stay younger if I keep doing it.