Queen Letizia of Spain showed off her incredibly toned arms as she stepped out at an award ceremony in Madrid last night.
The 51-year-old was elegant as she arrived for the Retina Eco’ award at the Royal Tapestry Factory Foundation in Madrid.
The mother-of-two opted for a stunning turquoise sleeveless gown for the occasion which perfectly showed off her toned physique.
The monarch is known to follow a strict diet and exercise routine, which includes cardio workouts and specialist Iyengar yoga.
All this comes on top of royal duties with husband King Felipe VI, 55, and caring for daughters Princess Leonor, 17, and Princess Sofia, 15.
Queen Letizia of Spain, 51, showed off her incredibly toned arms as she stepped out at an award ceremony in Madrid last night
The 51-year-old was elegant as she presented the Retina Eco’ award at the Royal Tapestry Factory Foundation in Madrid
The mother-of-two opted for a stunning turquoise sleeveless gown from Zara for the occasion which perfectly showed off her toned physique, adding Aquazzura heels to complete the look
Last night, she appeared in high spirits as she presented the awards to recipients, and posed for photographs with staff.
Looking typically stylish, she opted for a glamorous make-up look, with long lashes and a glossy lipstick.
Meanwhile she swept her dark locks back from her shoulder and donned a pair of emerald drop earrings for the occasion.
The monarch is known for her love of fitness, and is believed to have a strict gym routine.
After getting up at 7am, Letizia is known to start the day with her special type of yoga, which has emphasis on precision and alignment and sees poses held for longer than average to help build strength and tone muscles.
This form of yoga is not only thought beneficial for those wanting to lose weight but also offers a range of benefits to the nervous system, the immune system and sleep quality.
It has also been reported that the Queen enjoys cardio workouts and frequently goes on runs or strolls through the gardens of Zarzuela Palace in Madrid.
A former worker at the palace told The Express: ‘She is extra disciplined with her sports routines. She is an early riser and gets up around 7am.
‘[She] usually takes advantage of that first hour to do some running through the Zarzuela gardens. The queen also has a personal trainer who comes to the Palace every morning.
Last night, she appeared in high spirits as she presented the awards to recipients, and posed for photographs with staff
She swept her dark locks back from her shoulder and donned a pair of emerald drop earrings for the occasion
Looking typically stylish, she opted for a glamorous make-up look, with long lashes and a glossy lipstick
‘She trains in the family’s private gym, and she does weight exercises, some cardio and boxing.’
For her diet, the Queen is said to combine the best of the Mediterranean foods with elements of the Perricone Diet.
When the Queen was named a Special Ambassador for Nutrition by the UN in 2015, she said she would use her role to highlight the benefits of a Mediterranean diet, calling it ‘the best example of healthy and sustainable eating‘.
The Perricone Diet, named after Dr Nicholas Perricone, focuses on anti-inflammatory foods that are said to encourage inner health and wellness, including salmon, lean proteins, nuts, fresh fruits and vegetables, and healthy oils.
It is thought to be one of the healthiest in the world, focusing on long-term well-being and also boasts anti-ageing properties and multiple benefits for the skin.
Additionally, Letizia avoids sugar and never eats ready meals, frozen food or pizza.
As for drinks, the queen avoids coffee, carbonated drinks and alcohol at all costs – which can be quite difficult when giving toasts at royal engagements.