Pilates is a form of exercise that combines movement with contrology. It is a gentle way of moving but requires a certain amount of control to stimulate full-body movement, which makes it an absolute challenge. The exercises go beyond using only the bigger, or more superficial, muscles. It also targets the deeper, or less familiar, muscles. By activating these underlying muscles while decompressing the common muscles, a bodily harmony is empowered and full-body movement is created.

Pilates exercises challenge the whole body to work together to create muscle activation and support muscle stabilization, while lengthening and strengthening the body. To master these controlled movements, repetition and variation are key. In return, the health benefits are numerous; harmoniously using muscles all over the entire body, efficient movements requiring less energy, preventing long term body stiffness or possible injuries, providing improved posture and mobility, and sculpting and toning the body.