Mind and Body
Pilates — The Mind And Body Workout

What Is Pilates?
Pilates demonstrationDeveloped in the 1920s by physical trainer and founder of The Pilates Studio®, Joseph H. Pilates, The Pilates® Method is an exercise system focused on improving flexibility and strength for the total body without building bulk. It is a series of controlled movements engaging your body and mind, promoting physical harmony and balance for people of all ages and physical conditions.

Benefits:
Strengthens your immune system
Focus is on the body, so the mind releases negative thoughts
Unlike yoga, you are in a state of motion
Alleviates back pain
Streamlines and lengthens the body

Learn the Moves
Fitness expert Mari Winsor shared some key Pilates exercises you can do at home.

The Mermaid — for lengthening the body and reducing stress
The Roll-Up — alleviates back pain
The Hundred — important for balance

More on Pilates
Check out Melanie Griffith's website, www.oneworldlive.com!
Get the book — The Pilates Powerhouse by Mari Winsor
For more online information, visit The Pilates Studio, www.pilates-studio.com.