The benefits of Pilates

Although it is rather flexible, it is also very popular in Europe and America. Yoga emphasizes the coordination of breathing and movements. Through various postures, it stretches muscles, improves body flexibility and balance, and also relieves stress. For instance, the downward-facing dog pose, with both hands and feet on the ground and the body in an inverted "V" shape, can stretch the muscles in the back and legs. The tree pose can help improve balance. Pilates, on the other hand, places more emphasis on the training of core strength. Through precise movement control, it enhances the strength of core muscles such as the abdomen and back, and improves body posture. For instance, rolling like a ball can effectively exercise the abdominal muscles. ​