Fitness

As part of our ongoing series, we find out why real people have taken to the popular practice of Pilates, how it has helped re-shape their bodies, and improve strength and sports performance. Here, Triska Childs, originally from Melbourne, Australia, tells us how she tried Pilates after realizing that walking her dogs alone would not keep

We tend to place much of our focus on muscle and cardio health, but often neglect to consider our bone health. Our bodies are constantly breaking down old bone cells and building new ones, however as we age, this process slows and we need to take steps to help maintain our bone density. Women generally

We asked real people to tell us about the benefits they’ve experienced through their Pilates practice: how it’s re-shaped their bodies, improved sports performance, and increased day-to-day strength. Here, Jim Maguire explains the reasons that prompted him to take to tried and tested practice and the health benefits that both he and his wife have experienced as