What Is Pilates?

Pilates (pronounced Pi-lah-tees) is a system of body conditioning designed to strengthen and lengthen the body's muscles with emphasis on reducing incidence of back pain and injury.

It is an ideal anti-ageing exercise, because it tones and strengthens the muscles without the impact on joints. It improves posture and strengthens the parts of the body that age attacks, including the stomach muscles, inner thighs and upper arms. Many forms of exercise create tightening of certain muscles while overstretching others. Pilates is a method that aims to create a balance in the body, designed to cater for the needs of the individual.

Pilates can benefit individuals ranging from triathletes to ballet dancers, from new mothers to those who suffer from lower back discomfort.

Widely used by dancers, Olympic and professional athletes, sports teams and actors, Pilates is becoming more commonly used by individuals of varying ages and ability. ....MORE

Purely Pilates' Kylie Dean shows the strength, agility and balance achieved by using Pilates.