{"id":27709,"date":"2021-10-06T22:08:53","date_gmt":"2021-10-06T22:08:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=27709"},"modified":"2025-01-22T20:27:22","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T20:27:22","slug":"is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Pilates Good For Weight Loss? Why You Should Make This Practice Part Of Your Exercise Routine"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Is_Pilates_A_Good_Workout_For_Weight_Loss\" >Is Pilates A Good Workout For Weight Loss?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Body_Shaping\" >Body Shaping<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Increased_Strength\" >Increased Strength<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Reduce_Injury_Risk\" >Reduce Injury Risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Hormonal_Balance\" >Hormonal Balance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Better_Posture_And_Movement\" >Better Posture And Movement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Attitude\" >Attitude<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Different_Types_Of_Pilates_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight_And_Tone_Muscles\" >Different Types Of Pilates Exercises To Lose Weight And Tone Muscles<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Cat-CamelTabletop_Position\" >Cat-Camel\/Tabletop Position<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Plank_Position\" >Plank Position<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Low_Plank_Position\" >Low Plank Position<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Pilates_Roll-Up\" >Pilates Roll-Up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#Hundred_Position\" >Hundred Position<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilates is a form of exercise that can help you lose weight and tone your muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pilates-for-men\/\">Pilates<\/a> method was developed by Joseph Pilates as a core strengthening workout for dancers back in the early 1900s. Since then, it&#8217;s been adapted for people who want to lose weight, tone their muscles, or just feel better about themselves through regular physical activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Pilates_Good_For_Weight_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-11.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilates exercises are done on the floor using only mats and springs which means all you need to get started is find some space around you where you plan to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pilates-basics\/\">work out<\/a> and some comfortable clothing that won&#8217;t restrict your movement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A commonly asked question about this movement is &#8211; how good is Pilates for weight loss? In this article, we&#8217;ll answer these questions and look at other benefits of practicing Pilates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> Pilates For Pelvic Floor Injury: Top Exercises For Improving Muscle Strength<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Pilates_A_Good_Workout_For_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>Is Pilates A Good Workout For Weight Loss?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes and No. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pilates-vs-yoga-for-weight-loss\/\">Pilates<\/a> is very different from other types of workouts which can help you lose weight. The reason for this is that Pilates does not burn as many calories as running, bicycling or Zumba. Instead, it allows you to focus on toning and shaping your muscles and building up strength (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3666467\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s also important to know that Pilates exercises do not work by burning fat alone; rather, they create a lean body shape by strengthening the muscles around problem areas such as the abdomen and thighs, thus creating a smaller overall silhouette than before (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3666467\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The weight loss effect of Pilates is indirect. This practice improves various aspects of your health and makes it easier to lose weight. Here are five benefits of Pilates for weight loss:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Stock-image-6-1.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Body_Shaping\"><\/span><strong>Body Shaping<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people trying to lose weight also want to tone the muscles that give them their ideal body shape. Pilates\u00a0 offers many body-shaping benefits for both male and female practitioners.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By working the deep abdominal muscles, you get a healthier and more uniform look around your midsection which is especially beneficial to women who carry their weight in this area. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-pilates-help-you-lose-weight\/\">Pilates<\/a> also strengthens the gluteal muscles of the buttocks, making them appear perkier and helping to achieve an hourglass figure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3666467\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_Strength\"><\/span><strong>Increased Strength<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people lose strength as they age or after suffering from an injury such as a bad fall that caused bruising or fractures. Working out with Pilates can help build back some of that lost strength, allowing you to do daily activities more easily without assistance from others (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au\/health\/conditionsandtreatments\/pilates-and-yoga-health-benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_Injury_Risk\"><\/span><strong>Reduce Injury Risk<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pilates-for-back-pain\/\">Pilates<\/a> exercises can increase your awareness of how you move and where your body is positioned. This increased mental and physical engagement helps to avoid muscle and joint injuries due to accidents or negligence on the part of the exerciser during other activities like running, jogging, etc (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fmed.2021.708883\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hormonal_Balance\"><\/span><strong>Hormonal Balance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilates is a relaxing practice. Exercising with this method can help eliminate stress, increase blood flow to the brain, and improve your mood (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au\/health\/conditionsandtreatments\/pilates-and-yoga-health-benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This process lowers cortisol levels\u00a0 in the body, a hormone responsible for weight gain in some individuals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/products\/sculpt-recovery-kit-pink?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Pilates_Good_For_Weight_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ready-18-1.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighting you down for way too long, <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1416&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Pilates_Good_For_Weight_Loss\">start using the BetterMe app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life! <\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Better_Posture_And_Movement\"><\/span><strong>Better Posture And Movement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through working with your core muscles, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pilates-exercises-for-beginners\/\">Pilates<\/a> greatly increases your flexibility, mobility and balance which reduces your risk of injury both at work and in your free time (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3666467\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Being able to complete daily tasks without fear of injury gives you the confidence and drive to approach weight loss with vigor, making it easier on yourself to stay on track with healthier choices during our day-to-day lives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Attitude\"><\/span><strong>Attitude<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most important <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-pilates\/\">Pilates benefit<\/a> for weight loss is that this practice can change your whole mindset from negative to positive when it comes to losing weight through exercise. Instead of struggling against a workout machine or aerobic activity, you&#8217;ll be working out with a sense of purpose and learning a form of physical activity that can give you long-term benefits. This positive attitude makes it easier for you to make the diet and exercise changes necessary for weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3666467\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/imagephone-1920x1200-2.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Types_Of_Pilates_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight_And_Tone_Muscles\"><\/span><strong>Different Types Of Pilates Exercises To Lose Weight And Tone Muscles<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get the full benefits of body sculpting, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-yoga-or-pilates-better-for-weight-loss\/\">Pilates<\/a> is best combined with complementary workouts such as running, swimming or even yoga. Here are some Pilates moves that can help you lose weight:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cat-CamelTabletop_Position\"><\/span><strong>Cat-Camel\/Tabletop Position<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to do it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a tabletop position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curl your back downwards while looking up at the ceiling without rounding your shoulders. Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/collections\/jumpsuits?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Pilates_Good_For_Weight_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ready-14-2.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plank_Position\"><\/span><strong>Plank Position<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to do it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assume a push-up position and then bend your elbows so that you&#8217;re resting on your forearms instead of on your hands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift up by straightening out your arms and lifting your body off the floor with your toes curled under and pressing down<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Low_Plank_Position\"><\/span><strong>Low Plank Position<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to do it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assume a plank position, but rest on the balls of both feet instead of letting one foot drop in front of the other like in normal plank position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For added difficulty, raise one leg at a time when in low plank position until both legs are extended straight up.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pilates_Roll-Up\"><\/span><strong>Pilates Roll-Up<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to do it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a seated position with both feet flat on the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift your spine upwards, tucking your chin slightly to look at your chest. As you do this, roll your shoulders back and down, pulling the shoulder blades together behind you as you roll up one vertebrae at a time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pilates-for-athletes\/\">Pilates For Athletes: Do They Need Them For Improved Performance?<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-pilates-workout-studio.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hundred_Position\"><\/span><strong>Hundred Position<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to do it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assume a tabletop position where knees are bent and lifted off the floor about an inch (or 2-3 cm). Rest on forearms. Keep toes curled under throughout exercise.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin by breathing in; exhale while bringing your head towards knees by bending elbows outwards away from ears.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push your heels downward into the mat as hips lift upward towards the ceiling. Now draw your\u00a0 belly button inward towards your spine; keep legs slightly apart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue breathing throughout exercise.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Pilates_Good_For_Weight_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-11.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilates is not the most efficient way to lose weight since it does not work by burning calories specifically. However,\u00a0 focusing on body toning and strengthening through Pilates exercises is a great complement to your workout routine if you&#8217;re hoping to lose weight fast but also create a slimmer figure.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pilates is a form of exercise that can help you lose weight and tone your muscles. The Pilates method was developed by Joseph Pilates as a core strengthening workout for dancers back in the early 1900s. Since then, it&#8217;s been adapted for people who want to lose weight, tone their muscles, or just feel better [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":41,"featured_media":69913,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[49,201],"tags":[],"coauthors":[122],"class_list":["post-27709","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-betterme-fitness","category-pilates"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Is Pilates Good For Weight Loss? Why You Should Make This Practice Part Of Your Exercise Routine - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Is Pilates good for weight loss? Yes it is. 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Since then, it's been adapted for people who want to lose weight, tone their muscles, or just feel better about themselves through regular physical activity.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<a href=\\\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Pilates_Good_For_Weight_Loss\\\"><img class=\\\"aligncenter\\\" src=\\\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-11.png\\\" \/><\/a>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Pilates exercises are done on the floor using only mats and springs which means all you need to get started is find some space around you where you plan to <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pilates-basics\/\\\">work out<\/a> and some comfortable clothing that won't restrict your movement.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">A commonly asked question about this movement is - how good is Pilates for weight loss? 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