Pilates is an exercise technique invented by Joseph Pilates, a German National, who when he was arrested in France during the first world war for being an enemy alien, invented a low resistance type of exercise which was later nameed after him. Joseph Pilates used springs from beds to make the first machine for his [...]
Most Pilates workouts involve mat work of some sort which can be considered to be the cornerstone of Pilates exercises. It is possible for numerous exercises as well as many modifications to be performed either in group sessions or in personal sessions on the mat. The best Pilates mat will be thick and durable and [...]
Pilates is a relatively simple exercise routine that you can do at home on your own or in classes or in a gym or fitness center. Certain pieces of equipment are considered to be essential to any Pilates routine, however, no matter where you are exercising. One such piece of Pilates equipment is the Pilates [...]