“Between the two, if you're looking to strengthen your core, improve your posture, and your overall fitness level and strength, go for Pilates,” Brandenberg recommends. “If you're looking to increase your flexibility, find more peace of mind and that mind-body connection, I would go with yoga.”

Combining yoga and Pilates is a natural fit because “both yoga and Pilates require us to focus on the breath, precise movements, proper alignment and our core muscles as we flow through the workout,” she says. The mind-body benefits of fusion workouts include: Better balance. Deeper relaxation.

Pilates can be done on a mat or on specialized equipment. The equipment is unique as it only uses springs, levers, and your own body weight to provide resistance. Evidence suggests that Pilates may be beneficial for those with the following conditions: arthritis.

Reformer Pilates: Involves controlled and often rhythmic movements performed on the reformer machine. The exercises are designed and instructed to flow smoothly from one to the next. Yoga: Emphasises flowing sequences of movements, particularly in styles like Vinyasa or Ashtanga.