What is the difference between Pilates and other forms of abdominal training?
Pilates focuses on developing a strong core. Although it involves the abs, core strength is not about having a visible six-pack. The core muscles include not only the abdominals (specifically the transverse abdominus, the deepest layer of abdominal muscles) and lower back, but also the muscles of the pelvic floor, buttock and hips. Traditional abdominal training focuses only on the superficial layer of abdominal muscles, the rectus abdominus or the six-pack.
