Pilates

[ pi-lah-teez ]

noun(used with a singular verb)
  1. a system of physical conditioning involving low-impact exercises and stretches designed to strengthen muscles of the torso and often performed with specialized equipment.

Origin of Pilates

1
Named after Joseph Pilates (1883–1967), German fitness instructor
  • Also called Pilates method .

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Pilates

/ (pɪˈlɑːtiːz) /


noun
  1. a system of gentle exercise performed lying down that stretches and lengthens the muscles, designed to improve posture, flexibility, etc

Origin of Pilates

1
C20: named after Joseph Pilates (1880–1967), its German inventor

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