Modified Pilates is a mind-body technique, which emphasises the importance of beginning movement from a central core of stability, to improve the way a person moves and functions. It aims to promote core stability, flexibility, endurance, postural control, body awareness and correct

muscle imbalance.

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The Pilates concept was developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s to maintain his own health following a succession of ailments. It continues to be based on the same principles:

• Breathing

• Concentration

• Centring

• Control

• Precision

• Flow

• Integrated Isolation

• Routine

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Pilates is a safe way of exercising the whole body through a range of exercises, which can be used across population groups; from individuals rehabilitating following an episode of low back pain to elite athletes aiming to improve their form in a specific sport; and from individuals looking to improve their posture and feel better about themselves, to those who wish to remain active for longer and prevent future injuries.

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In a nutshell, it is a combination of strengthening, balance and stretching exercises, with emphasis on movement from a strong centre to allow our bodies to move in the most efficient way, in order to minimise the stresses through our joints and muscles.