Do Pilates and meet your abs

Those who talk about fitness often talk about the abs; many women want a flat stomach and many men want a six pack, and this is one of the reasons Pilates has become so popular in recent years because Pilates is all about the ‘core’. As you develop core strength,...

Can Pilates help me lose weight?

For those that teach Pilates classes and have done so for some time, there is little doubt that most Pilates instructors would advise that the answer to this question is that those who commit to regular Pilates classes and workouts would find their body becomes more...

What is the difference between Pilates and Yoga?

Many people considering exercise ask ‘what is the difference between Pilates and Yoga?’ and every Pilates or Yoga instructor will have heard the question frequently. If you look at the many resources available, particularly for beginners, you may even notice some...

How to choose Pilates classes in Lancashire

Finding a Pilates class with a qualified instructor is surprisingly not as easy as it might sound even considering the growing popularity of this form of exercise over the last few years. Areas like Lancashire with its rural towns and villages can make it more...

Pilates for back pain

In the developed world, pain in the lower back region is a common issue caused by the modern day job. For those in professions in the mind-body related field, back pain is undoubtedly a common complaint albeit in varying degrees of severity. Research in the last few...