The Pilates exercise method (originally called ‘Contrology’) has been around longer than most people realise. It has always attracted celebrities.

With the imminent launch of her new book ‘Shape Up With Pilates’, Lynne Robinson of Body Control Pilates was featured in an article in The Times Weekend about why buff bodies are doing Pilates. David Beckham, Andy Murray, Matthew McConaughey do it, as do Gareth Bale, Ryan Giggs, Diego Costa and Harry Kane. The article … More Try Pilates this Year

In a recent article in the Guardian, the writer describes how Pilates took her from crippling back-pain to amazing health. This didn’t happen overnight, but over a period of three years. Five years on, Pilates has: made her feel happier gives her a breather from everything else in her busy life reduced her clothes size … More A ‘Pilates-changed-my-life’ story

Adele is one of the celebrities who have recently been in the press as having ‘become a fan of’ reformer Pilates. The reformer is one of the large pieces of equipment invented by Joseph Pilates in the 20th century. The equipment has springs that provide assistance or resistance, depending on the exercise. In a Pilates … More Pilates celebs: Adele

Here’s another quote about the interconnection between physical and mental health. I believe that Pilates is an exercise method that can help many people with both. The acquirement and enjoyment of physical well-being, mental calm and spiritual peace are priceless to their possessors. Joseph Pilates

Anna Kournikova reveals Pilates was the key to losing her baby weight after having twins in 2017. She says “While they sleep, I do yoga or Pilates”. Read more about Anna from the Daily Mail website.

In October 2019, Body Control Pilates created a new, not-for-profit company, owned by its members to provide them and others with Pilates education. It is now the only organisation worldwide where both the membership and education bodies are owned by their members. I have become a founding member and will benefit from discounts on my … More Body Control Academy

When starting a new exercise regime, you may well be apprehensive. You will want to choose a coach in whom you can confidence, knowing that they have relevant training and experience. In the UK there is a national standard for Pilates mat teachers at level 3 on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS). Watch the … More How to Choose a Coach

Congratulations to the English rugby team in getting the the 2019 World Cup final! I watched the match and was as disappointed as the rest of the country when we lost to South Africa. Well done to them and isn’t Siya Kolisi an inspiration? To reach the top in any sport, a rigorous training programme … More Pilates and Rugby