Can Pilates Help With My Balance?

by Gerry
(Minnesota)

I am getting older and noticing a loss in my balance. I don't feel as steady on my feet and am looking stooped over.
Can Pilates exercises help with improving balance?


Jennifer's Response

Hi Gerry and yes! Pilates can very definitely help with your balance!

Pilates focuses on strengthening your core muscles, which improves your posture by holding the spine and shoulders in an upright position. This helps to keep your center of gravity balanced.

Pilates exercises also help to strengthen the muscles of our feet and ankles. Exercises to strengthen our feet and ankles are most important to our balance because that is our foundation.

This article has some great exercises and information about how Pilates can help to improve your balance.

Balance Exercises Using Pilates Principles.


The article includes a few of the many exercises you can find in the Pilates Ebook to strengthen your core muscles.