New Delhi, March 2 -- Pilates is a wonderful approach to improving your mood and reducing weight. But did you know that physical activity, such as Pilates, might be just as healthy for your heart? Pilates focusses on deep, diaphragmatic breathing, which improves oxygen intake while also lowering blood pressure and stress, all of which are important variables in heart health. Controlled motions, usually conducted lying down or sitting, reduce joint strain while increasing muscle activation. How do you achieve this? Here are some simple Pilates exercises to promote heart health and overall well-being.

What is Pilates?

Pilates is a low-impact workout established in the early twentieth century by German inventor Joseph Pilates, who initiall...