While women tend to dominate Pilates classes, Pilates holds plenty of benefits for men who rise to the challenge—yes, it’s can be challenging. Whether you’re a powerlifter or prepping for your first marathon, Pilates can help fine-tune your performance. Joseph Pilates was a boxer, martial artist and gymnast and worked with a lot of men.

The Pilates method he named ‘Contrology’ teaches you how to support your body, bring about a muscular balance so your body becomes it’s most efficient. Pilates trains mind and body connection so that you can implement real change in how you move your body. You build a relationship with your body through awareness that is a complete game changer.