1. Pilates improves your physical abilities
There’s a reason that Pilates is chosen by athletes, dancers and gymnasts. Many conventional workouts can create bulky and tight muscles. But if you want a long, lean look without bulk (but with the strength), Pilates may be just what you’ve been searching for. Pilates doesn’t rely on frequent repetition; it focuses on the whole body.
Since Pilates stresses the use of graceful and fluid movements, it can be a great way to get a better sense of the kinesthetics of your body, which can benefit balance, coordination and posture.
3. Pilates engages your mind
Like yoga, tai chi and Asian martial arts, Pilates is not just a workout for your body, but your mind as well. The smooth, slow, controlled movements paired with focused breathing creates a mind-body connection.
4. Pilates strengthens your core (and stabilizer muscles)
The term “core” refers to the muscles in and around your abdominal muscles and back – and no other exercise works these muscles like Pilates. Proper breathing control is also stressed in Pilates, adding to the numerous lists of benefits that one can attain through regular use of the exercise program.
5. Pilates prevents future injuries
Pilates helps to condition the whole body, not just certain muscles. This helps balance the muscles and strength of the body. And since no set of muscles is ever over or under-trained, there’s less risk of injury.
6. Pilates boosts body efficiency
Very few exercises can help your body become more efficient in its movement. Why is efficiency so important? Being efficient means that your body moves in a way that is smoother, safer and less prone to injury.
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