Pilates is a complete exercise method developed by its founder Joseph
Pilates, dedicated to improving physical and mental health.
Pilates
focuses on building your body's core strength and improving your
posture through a series of low repetition, low impact stretching and
conditioning exercises.
By referring to 'core strength', we are
talking about your back, abdominal and pelvic muscles. Through pilates,
you will be able to develop these muscles without adding bulk,
increasing your flexibility and agility and at the same time toning your
stomach and thigh muscles.
Pilates goes far beyond your core
muscles however and not only provides a complete body workout (you will
be working muscles you didn't even know you had!), but also helps you
develop an awareness of how your body works, helping your mind and body
to work in harmony.