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One, an ancient Indian practice originating over 5000 years ago, another, a fairly modern exercise devised in the early twentieth century. We’ve probably been asked this question a million times – what is the difference between yoga and Pilates? 

Both yoga and Pilates are celebrated for their vibrant health benefits. They offer connection to the body, increased flexibility and an emphasis on breathwork. But to put it simply, yoga is a lot more holistic in its practice. Yoga uses breath, movement and meditation to unite mind, body and spirit. And despite both being performed on a mat, they’re completely different workouts. Keep reading – let’s take a look in a little more detail. 

The origins of yoga

Yoga has a rich history spanning 5000 years that intertwines religion and philosophy with exercise and movement. But it wasn’t until 2000 years ago that author of several Sanskrit texts, Patanjali systematised the practice of yoga so that others could follow his work. Since, Patanjali’s work has been credited as the very foundations of yoga as he writes guidance to help the reader achieve peace and fulfilment for the body and mind. 

In the nineteenth century, this practice was introduced to the western world and many teachers and gurus travelled to spread their philosophies and practice. As a result, the practice very quickly became westernised, resulting in the Yoga we love and enjoy too. But despite these changes, Yogis are aware of its deep, historical roots and the various styles that pay homage to them – more on this later.

However, yoga is an organic practice that is forever evolving. It means something different to each style, school, teacher or individual practising the exercise. There’s the freedom to tailor it to ensure that it feels good for you and that is something pretty magical.

In the nineteenth century, this practice was introduced to the western world and many teachers and gurus travelled to spread their philosophies and practice. As a result, the practice very quickly became westernised, resulting in the Yoga we love and enjoy too. But despite these changes, Yogis are aware of its deep, historical roots and the various styles that pay homage to them – more on this later.

However, yoga is an organic practice that is forever evolving. It means something different to each style, school, teacher or individual practising the exercise. There’s the freedom to tailor it to ensure that it feels good for you and that is something pretty magical.

In the nineteenth century, this practice was introduced to the western world and many teachers and gurus travelled to spread their philosophies and practice. As a result, the practice very quickly became westernised, resulting in the Yoga we love and enjoy too. But despite these changes, Yogis are aware of its deep, historical roots and the various styles that pay homage to them – more on this later.

However, yoga is an organic practice that is forever evolving. It means something different to each style, school, teacher or individual practising the exercise. There’s the freedom to tailor it to ensure that it feels good for you and that is something pretty magical.

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