With so many modern iterations of Pilates springing up over the past few years, it's never been more tempting to overlook the classical Pilates moves that originally made up the much-loved method in favour of contemporary twists (wall Pilates, HIIT Pilates, modern Pilates, we're looking at you).
But, while I love all forms of the practice, my heart lies firmly with classical Pilates. Back in the early 20th century, in the wake of the First World War, the German physical trainer Joseph Pilates created what was to become one of the most famous movement methods the world has ever known. Originally, the eponymous founder developed 34 moves, designed to be worked through together, in a meticulous and strict order.
