How does Pilates differ from yoga?
Joseph Pilates was inspired by both eastern and western forms while developing his method, so there are many similarities. The breathing is different, and you are asked to pull your stomach in rather than allowing it to fill with breath. Pilates is also movement, rather than the holding of postures that is yoga.
While Pilates does include some yoga techniques, it was developed specifically for fitness and physical therapy. Pilates focuses on movement rather than the holding of postures. The breathing techniques are also different, as you are asked to draw in your abdominals rather than let it expand with breath.
