Beginners Pilates & Swimmers Many swimmers have never thought of doing Pilates as a complementary fitness programme to their swimming. Yet there are many aspects of Pilates for swimming that makes it the perfect exercise. If you swim why not think about how beginners Pilates...Read More

Many people think of Pilates as something mainly done by women. But around a third of our clients at Pilates Central are male and some days the studio contains as many men as women. What is true, however, is that men and women often start...Read More

Pilates can alleviate many of the symptoms of the menopause. Menopausal women often experience a sense of loss, for both their youth and their child-bearing ability. But exercise and a positive attitude can help assuage such a feeling and many the symptoms of the menopause,...Read More

Pilates is ideal for older people as it can provide a safe effective workout in largely reclining or sitting positions. Most Pilates exercises are low-impact and partially weight-bearing, which is good for the prevention of osteoporosis, the brittle-bone disease. The gentle routines build strength and...Read More

“I can honestly say that Pilates has tripled my energy level”, states Sian Phillips, the distinguished actor, who also happens to be a longstanding client of Pilates Central. Doing Pilates, says Joan Bakewell, the writer and broadcaster, leaves her with “a tremendous sense of well-being”....Read More