Pilates Physical Fitness System

The objective of the system is to retrain the body to move smoothly and efficiently avoiding unnecessary fatigue or harm from unnecessary strain. In order to achieve this objective, Joseph Pilates developed a series of special exercise techniques which strengthen the "stabilizer" muscles whose location is deep inside the body, near the joints around the spinal vertebra and pelvic floor. These muscles are responsible for stabilizing the joints during movement.

Pilates attributed great importance to these muscles. He understood that using these muscles correctly would facilitate better quality and greater range of movement while preventing damage to the spinal vertebra and other joints of the body.