A mind and body exercise developed in the 20th Century, that’s one way to explain what pilates is. An ever-popular exercise method developed by Joseph Pilates, Pilates is not just about strength training or flexibility; it was designed to ensure core strength, body awareness and mental focus as well. Often practised on a mat, Pilates also has specialised apparatus like reformers (spring-loaded carriage that provides adjustable resistance) and cadillacs (a versatile frame with bars and straps) to aid the exercises. 

Pilates is a full-body workout and involves ensuring better breathing patterns and muscle control, making it a popular alternative to regular workout sessions today. With studies from the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy and the American Council on Exercise emphasising how pilates helps with spinal stability and posture with much less risk for injury, pilates became much more than a trend in the past few years.