Any and all that know a thing or two about fitness are sure to have heard of, if not use themselves the wonderful exercising technique called Pilates. This particular exercise is known not just to get you flexible but also increase your body strength, and provide you with a toned, slimmed down body. Where Pilates really does shine though, is that it can greatly increase your flexibility, agility, and give you an improved posture. In addition to helping those already fit, Pilates has been used to help rehabilitate those who suffered injuries or prevent future injuries. There’s all kinds of benefits that Pilates brings to the millions that use this form of exercise every day. However, you might have thought yourself where did this form of exercise come from? Or who was the person that came up with Pilates?