The Pilates Method is a system of physical fitness that has been developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. Draws its Contrology Pilates method, which refers to how his method encourages the use of the mind to control muscles. Its programme focuses on the core postural muscles that contribute to the balance of the body and are essential to providing support to the spine. In particular, Pilates exercises teach awareness of the breath, alignment of the spine, torso and reinforces the deep muscles, which are important to help alleviate and prevent back pain.

Pilates believes that following these principles have resulted in more flexibility, strength, body awareness, energy, and improve concentration. 7 Its principles include:

Good alignment
Centering
Concentration
Control
Accuracy
Respiration, and
Flowing movement.

Pilates is designed to be a discipline of fitness and a holistic approach to exercise to maintain an optimal level of mobility and agility with age. Once mastered, Pilates trains, realigns and strengthens the whole body. It promotes relaxation, the body control, coordination, increased energy levels, and improved posture. It restores abdominals, back and hips force in a manner that is safe for your spine. It generates muscle tone, rather than superficial bulk.It is versatile and can be adapted to your needs, whether to improve the overall movement of all days, to build and enhance the flexibility of a dancer or improve performance at the pros.