The Benefits of Pilates  What is Pilates? The benefits of Pilates – Pilates was originally designed by Joseph Pilates and is a low-impact, complete body exercise regime which is suitable to a wide range of populations [1].  The original Pilates design has been developed over the years and is now based around 6 key components [2]: 1) Centering:  Also known as our ‘core’ through which all movements begin and end with.  Pilates incorporates abdominal and back strengthening components to improve…