What happens at your first Pilates class in Markham: intake questions, warm-up, first exercises, effort vs. pain, and how to settle first-class nerves.

Is Pilates good for complete beginners? Yes, every exercise scales to you. Common beginner mistakes, mat vs. reformer, and what the first weeks feel like.

What is Pilates and how does it work? An evidence-checked guide to its history, six principles, classical vs. contemporary styles, and who it suits.