Usually when people think of working out, the thoughts of running a marathon of lifting hefty weights in the gym come to mind. There is a myriad of types of exercise, and I am going to tell you about a few of them.    What Is Pilates?Pilates is a physical fitness system developed in the 20th century by Joseph Pilates. Pilates is the method of controlled movements; it builds strength, incorporates flexibility, has an emphasis on controlled breathing, and overall works out the abdominals (called the powerhouse). There are different levels of pilates depending on physical ability.    Peace of Mind With Pilates              Many people do not realize pilates does not only exercise the body; it relaxes your mind, too. Pilates incorporates rhythmic breathing, exhaling out as you flex your powerhouse. Pilates is similar to yoga, because of its ability to heighten a person’s cognitive functioning.           Isometric Holds Pilates Style              Pilates incorporates isometric holds. An…