Joseph Pilates Flashcards
1
Q
What causes Joseph Pilates to create Pilates exercise?
A
He suffered from a number of serious childhood illnesses and his parents were warned he would have a very short life expectancy. Determined to beat the odds, he experimented with many different health and fitness approaches with great success.
2
Q
What are some of the methods he used to rebuild his body strength from his childhood illnesses?
A
He used yoga, martial arts, gymnastics, skiing, self-defence, dance, circus and weight training.
