Why you shouldn’t watch pilates videos on Youtube.

Pilates is an exercise dedicated to correcting muscular imbalances and dysfunctions. A pilates instructor is there to guide you, encourage progression and provide appropriate interventions or modifications specific to you.

A Youtube video will not know your fitness level, range, specific needs or if you’re in pain. Without a trained instructor present, you are more susceptible to injury. If exercises aren’t carried out correctly, muscular imbalance will increase which can result in immediate injury or more serious long term problems.

The technique is specific and not easy to learn. As a beginner, you may find it boring or are unable to feel your muscles working. This is because pilates focuses on engaging your internal muscles, which takes time and proper guidance to feel and see the benefits.