ALIGN JOURNAL
Keen to get into Pilates, but wondering which is better - Reformer or mat Pilates? We hear you. Both varieties of the practice are super popular right now, but what’s the difference – and is there a front-runner?
“Reformer Pilates and mat Pilates are two popular forms of Pilates workouts,” expla...
In the shadows of history, where the contributions of many remarkable women have been overlooked or understated, the story of Clara Pilates shines as a beacon of resilience, innovation, and unwavering support.
Clara, the wife of Joseph Pilates, the founder of the Pilates method, played a pivotal ro...
How did you get into Pilates?
A mentor's friend was looking to train up an enthusiastic young girl – that was me (I had no idea what it was, it wasn't cool back then). They thought I was a good fit with my background in gymnastics. It came very naturally to me. I was already in the fitness industry. ...
As the scorching summer sun bids us adieu, we welcome the arrival of autumn with open arms. The cool breeze, the breathtaking hues of yellow, orange, and red leaves, and the anticipation of the upcoming Easter season make autumn truly magical. However, amidst all the beauty and excitement, it's impo...
Getting the most out of your Pilates class can help you achieve your fitness goals faster, improve your overall health and wellbeing, and enhance your Pilates experience. Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on developing strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination through precise and con...
Staying still is hard work. Try holding a complex Pilates exercise or bracing through a plank, and tell me I'm wrong. You can really feel the burn without moving a muscle. Planks, which work muscles from your shoulders all the way to your legs, are a true rockstar in the world of isometric exercises...
Introduction to Pilates & the Align Pilates Method
Pilates History Pronounced (Pi-la-tes), Pilates is an exercise technique that focuses on strengthening the trunk muscles and creating long strong muscles in the arms and legs. Pilates is an exercise methodology developed by Mr. Joseph Pilates and ...
There are six key principles of Pilates: concentration, control, centering, breathing, flow and precision, all of which are developed as skills with regular practice. It was designed as a resistance exercise to promote strength without bulking up.
Pilates focuses on strength, toning, flexibility an...
