Pilates stressed the relationship between physical health and overall quality of life. For life to be truly enjoyed we need a body which is fit and ready for any activity, leaving us in a better position for work and play. Pilates described physical fitness as “the first requisite of happiness.”

The guiding principles of Pilates include concentration and awareness, powerhouse/core, precision and control, flowing natural movement, oppositional energy, and breathing.

Ever wonder where Pilates came from? How did Pilates develop, and who was the Pilates method developed for? Read here to understand the History of the Pilates method and how it has come into our modern world.

Many of you may have seen the plethora of Pilates pictures that popped up across social media last month. Yes, it was a magical time in the Pilates community as Streamline and other studios around the world participated in “March Matness!”