Qualifications:
- Master’s in physical Activity and Health Studies University of Porto, Porto, Portugal.
- Bachelor’s in physical education Universidade da Paraiba, Joao Pessoa, Brazil.
- Pilates Mat and Equipment Advanced Course Physio Pilates / Polestar.
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My goal has always been to help others gain a better quality of life, improving their health and gaining independence, and I believe the best way to do this is through exercise. Exercise isn’t just the best medicine, it’s life. I especially like to treat cancer patients; my master’s allowed me the opportunity to work with and research this field. To be able to help others in such a difficult period through exercise is something magical which I try to do with a smile and the gratitude of knowing together we’ll work hard and reach the goal of a better life.
Gabriela has 7 years’ experience working with Pilates and Personal training. During her bachelor’s in physical education, she started working with Pilates in different physiotherapy clinics in Brazil and quickly fell in love with how much she was helping her clients’ lives. She then moved to Portugal to continue her studies and did a Master’s in physical education and health. Her research was done at the Oncology Institute of Portugal (IPO-Porto) and she wrote her dissertation on “Frailty in Oncology Patients: Assessment and Prognosis”. Her academic and professional journey have always been in parallel, and she believes there is always more to learn.
After suffering a few injuries due to her previous days as a ballet dancer, Gabriela fell in love with how exercise helped her not only recover but it continues to be an essential part of her life to allow her to try out new activities. She loves trying new sports and has done Crossfit, Muay thai, Tennis, Kung fu and a few other activities.