Exercise classes: Yoga and Pilates

Pippa Middleton has revealed that she uses Pilates to stay in shape.

She wrote a testimonial for her favourite class, in Fulham, London, saying, 'I always leave feeling calm, refreshed and invigorated. Over the past few months I have noticed a huge difference in my core strength and posture.

'From breathing techniques, muscle toning to overall flexibility and relaxation, my Pilates sessions have become something of a weekly necessity that keeps me fit, happy and energized.'

So could relaxing exercises like Yoga and Pilates help you? As well as being great for toning, they are often recommended by doctors to patients suffering from stress and anxiety. They can even be used to treat illnesses like back pain, high blood pressure, headaches, Indigestion and even insomnia.

If you're thinking of taking up a class, or want to try Yoga or Pilates at home, read on to find out what it can do for you and how they'll help you tone up.

Read on to find out what Yoga could do for you
Read on to find out what Pilates could do for you
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