Pilates

American  

[pi-lah-teez] / pɪˈlɑ tiz /

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.

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Pilates British  

/ pɪˈlɑːtiːz /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of Pilates

Named after Joseph Pilates (1883–1967), German fitness instructor

Example Sentences

Hayward first fell in love with Pilates in high school and rediscovered it after the pandemic.

From Los Angeles Times

There’s Move With Nicole, which is a Pilates account on YouTube that I do a lot.

From Los Angeles Times

After I wake up, I do Pilates at home with a Gratz reformer.

From Los Angeles Times

I try to work out in the mornings, either Pilates or the gym or the treadmill.

From The Wall Street Journal

Most flatware is too heavy for her small frame, she says, and also her Pilates instructor had told her to avoid overusing certain arm muscles.

From Los Angeles Times