By Afiur
May 01, 2026
Every year, International Pilates Day 2026 is observed on May 2 to promote the benefits of pilates, and its role in overall wellbeing.
Pilates is known to be a low-impact, mind and body exercise that focuses on core strength with controlled movements.
The exercise was invented by Joseph Pilates, a German inventor and physical trainer, to promote the Pilates method of fitness.
Pilates focuses on the abdominal muscles, lower back and pelvic muscles, and is a form of exercise suitable for all people.
Pilates is known to be good to strengthen abdominal muscles, and improve posture, and even decrease back pain.