普拉提对于加强核心肌群和增强下半身的柔韧性有很大的帮助。强大的腹肌有力地支撑脊柱，同时也能改善您的姿势。腹横肌起到人体的护甲作用，即保护内脏。这门课的重点是锻炼腹横肌，这也有助于您的腹肌。本节课是普拉提入门课程，只使用垫子，适合初学者。并且为之后的普拉提器械课做铺垫。

Pilates is a form of exercise which concentrates on strengthening the body with an emphasis on core strength. This helps to improve general fitness and overall well-being. Similar to Yoga, Pilates concentrates on posture, balance and flexibility.