| Pilates is a series of exercises designed to improve | | | | models, because in addition to helping to develop |
| flexibility and strength through a variety of stretching | | | | flexibility without causing a strain on the muscles, it |
| and balancing movements. It was developed by | | | | also helps improve posture.A regular Pilates regimen |
| Joseph Pilates, a prisoner of war during the Second | | | | results in a flatter stomach and a thinner waist and |
| World War, and has become increasingly popular.From | | | | thighs, as well as increasing mobility in joints. Like |
| when he was very young, Pilates took inspiration | | | | yoga, it also relieves stress and anxiety.Chiropractic |
| from the ancient Indian art of yoga, Zen Buddhism, | | | | consultants recommend Pilates for strengthening the |
| and physical exercises of the Greek and Roman | | | | back and the spine. Physiotherapists also recommend |
| empires and conducted experiments that helped him | | | | Pilates, to those seeking rehabilitation after injuries to |
| gain strength.Pilates introduced his exercises to the | | | | their limbs.Pilates is also recommended for the elderly, |
| inmates of the German internment camp, helping | | | | people suffering from osteoporosis, and people who |
| them keep physically fit. He also introduced mat | | | | are overweight.Pilates has become quite popular |
| workout and physical exercise equipment made from | | | | among athletes, dancers and actors because the |
| bed springs.Today Pilates has become particularly | | | | workout improves not just the body but mind as |
| popular among dancers, athletes, celebrities and | | | | well. |