This is the equivalent of an “internal shower”. As the spring freshness born of the heavy rains and vast masses of melting snows on mountains in the hinterlands cause rivers to swell and rush turbulently onward to the sea, so… — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
Time and progress are synonymous terms--nothing can stop either. Truth will prevail and that is why I know that my teachings will reach the masses and finally be adopted as universal. — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
Ideally, our muscles should obey our will. Reasonably, our will should not be dominated by the reflex actions of our muscles. — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
Through the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning this unique trinity of a balanced body, mind and spirit can ever be attained. Self-confidence follows. — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
To achieve the highest accomplishments within the scope of our capabilities in all walks of life we must constantly strive to acquire strong, healthy… — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
Moreover, such a body freed from nervous tension and over-fatigue is the ideal shelter provided by nature for housing a well-balanced mind that is… — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
I learned...every part of the body; I would move each part as I memorized it. As a child, I would lie in the woods… — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
Because of poor posture, practically 95% of our population suffers from varying degrees of spinal curvature, not to mention more serious ailments. Good posture… — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
Normal muscles should function naturally in much the same manner as do the muscles of animals. — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
Patience and persistence are vital qualities in the ultimate successful accomplishment of any worthwhile endeavor. — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
The Pilates Method of Body Conditioning is gaining the mastery of your mind over the complete control of your body. — Joseph Pilates Copy Share Image
