There are so many misconceptions about Pilates,

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It's Like Yoga 🧘

It's Stretching 🙆

It's for Women 👩

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In the early 1900’s, physical trainer Joseph Pilates developed a system of exercises intended to strengthen the human mind and body, which was originally or previously known as, Contrology.

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Did you know, Joseph Pilates first used his system (fitness program) to rehabilitate soldiers returning from war in WW1 (approx 1912)? This was also where he started creating the Apparatus (Pilates Equipment) we use in Pilates studios today.

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Fun Fact: Joseph Pilates developed over 600 exercises on various pieces of equipment, during his lifetime.

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Later, in 1926 the first studio was opened in New York, and Contrology was introduced to the world. Especially; Dancers, Gymnasts, and Circus Performers

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This is often the reason we have the misconception that Pilates is for women but even then Pilates was used for purpose of rehabilitation and enhancing the performance of these Dancers, Gymnasts, and Circus Performers

Main outcomes of Pilates:

Core Strength
Spinal Alignment
Pelvic Stability
Improved Breathing
Flexibility and Mobility

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6 Main Principles of Pilates:

Concentration
Control
Center
Flow
Precision
Breathing

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Debunking the Myths and Misconceptions:

It's like yoga = There is overlap, but Yoga is more of a spiritual discipline and the teaching methods, purpose, and outcomes of vary a lot.

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It's Stretching = The main focus for Pilates is actually strength-based, especially core strength and stability.

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It's for Women = It's for everybody, and we mean Every Body.

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Historical photos of Joseph Pilates, Clients and Instructors check out the amazing account.