Pilates is a form of exercise developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s, originally used as a rehabilitation program for prisoners of war and which was later proven to be very beneficial for anyone seeking a higher level of fitness. It focuses on developing a balanced body through core strength, flexibility, breathing and awareness to support efficient and agile movements. The ABCs of Pilates are awareness, breath and core. The benefits of Pilates are a stronger core, lower back pain relief, flexibility, posture, and the ability to move your body more effectively. The ABCs of Pilates are the basic principles incorporated into each exercise. A for awareness, Pilates teaches how to be more aware of your body and which muscles to engage during particular movements and allows you to keep your body more aligned. B for breathing. When doing Pilates exercises, this requires a simple but intense focus on inhaling and exhaling patterns, supporting the movements to get the most out of our bodies. C is for control, Pilates is very focused on the core ensuring ...