4 ways Pilates compliments Strength Training according to Strength Coach @5ringsfitnessuk Pilates is a great way to increase flexibility and strength. With regular Pilates classes you might just find that you can do more reps in your Strength classes! “Pilates is for everybody, regardless of gender, age, race, size, ability, or current fitness level. I always recommend Pilates to Framers coming to my Strength classes. Here are 4 reasons why...” 1 Coordination Pilates was specifically designed to improve coordination of the entire body. This can really help with unilateral work you will find in your Strength class and help you with your complex strength training exercises. 2 Core Strength Pilates improves core strength and is a key factor in decreasing back and hip pain. Pilates involves a variety of abdominal exercises, which helps to improve not only the strength of the core muscles but also their endurance. With a strong core you can move more efficiently in your Strength class. 3 Injury Prevention Pilates works the muscles both statically and dynamically, and works multiple muscles in a coordinated way with varying concentric, eccentric and isometric action. It should be added into everyone's training program! 4 Muscle Endurance Pilates is a great way to increase flexibility and strength. With regular Pilates classes you might just find that you can do more reps in your Strength classes!