Stretch, Sculpt, Repeat: Why Pilates Is Your New Best Friend

If you’ve ever looked at someone absolutely glowing after class and thought, what kind of witchcraft is that? It’s probably Pilates.

And no, it’s not just stretching in fancy tights. Pilates is the low-impact burn that sneaks up on you and leaves your core sore for days (in the best way possible). It’s strength, stability, flexibility, and posture all rolled into one sneaky, sculpting session.

So What’s the Hype?

1. It Builds Deep Strength (Not Just the “Mirror Muscles”)
Pilates hits the muscles you didn’t even know existed. It works your core, glutes, hips, back, and all those small stabilisers that keep your body moving the way it should. Whether you're picking up a toddler or just trying to sit without back pain, it helps.

2. It’s Kind on Your Joints
Whether you’re postpartum, easing back into exercise, or just dealing with creaky knees, Pilates gives you the burn without the bounce. Low impact doesn't mean low results.

3. It Boosts Posture and Mobility
Feel like a human question mark after sitting all day? Pilates is your reset button. It stretches what’s tight, strengthens what’s weak, and teaches your body to move better. The result? Less pain, more mobility, and a lot less slouching.

4. It’s the Perfect Add-On to Any Workout Routine
Already into weights? Pilates makes you stronger. Love cardio? It keeps you injury-free. Hate working out altogether? Pilates feels more like therapy than punishment. It fits in with whatever you're doing.

Northy Pilates Hits Different

At Northy, our Pilates classes are built to be beginner-friendly, supportive, and fun. You don’t need to know what you’re doing. Most of us are wobbling right there with you.

And yes, we run classes during crèche hours so you can stretch, tone, and breathe while the little one is looked after.