Yoga or Pilates

Hello,

Could any one help me in deciding which one of the above would be better for;

Muscle toning and definition
Flexibility

Ive been searching on the net and get the impression that Yoga is all about relaxation and pilates to do with posture and spine alignment.

Any help would be much appreciated as im going out today to buy a dvd

Thanx

Reply 1

Mark S

Could just buy both DVDs. I mean i know nothing about yoga or pilates, only that they are a better way of coping with a stressor (im a psychology student) rather than pills etc.

Really dont know the ins and outs of muscle definition through yoga. Message a guy called 'bis', he'll know.

Sorry i couldnt be of much help

Reply 2

caramello

I do both and I don't really see much of a difference between the two to be honest. The main difference would be that Yoga tends to focus more on the spiritual aspect and breathing. It is still good for flexibility, strength and muscle toning though, especially Power Yoga, which can be a great workout.

Reply 3

Legal__Eagle

I am swayed more towards yoga,i dont suppose you know if the ones in argos are any good do you? I was going to check out waterstones to

Reply 4

Fate13

Pilates is easier to do on your own. Yoga, you might need a teacher to make sure that you're doing the right positions etc. Pilates is also incredibly relaxing, and you don't break a sweat, but it still improves your fitness.

Dancers swear by pilates, and they are strong, flexible, toned people.

Reply 5

lucy.

definitely pilates! iv been doing it for 5 years, but have also tried yoga. pilates places more emphasis on toning etc. :smile:

Reply 6

Legal__Eagle

Too late now really,tried yoga today and ive gotta say its fairly hard working.I really like it,i think it will go well with my weight training

Reply 7

dede

Do like the OC: Yogalates.

Reply 8

Legal__Eagle

Are there actual dvds out for Yogalates?

Reply 9

dede

Solicitor_1abee

Are there actual dvds out for Yogalates?

Oh. I don't know. It was just a funny moment on The OC. Look it up.

But on the subject of DVDs, it would probably be better to go to an actual class, whether you're doing yoga, pilates, or yogalates. There are some crappy DVDs out there that make **** up - ie. "Buying this DVD (only $1999.99 for a limited time offer!) will help you lose weight - excess fat is the result of an unbalanced mind, which can be fixed by rejoining the soul and body!"