Combining Eastern and Western concepts of exercise, Pilates formulated his own philosophy of fitness, which includes strengthening the muscles, increasing flexibility, enhancing awareness of the body, improving posture, and preventing injuries.
同時，他結合東西方的運動理念，研發出一套健身哲學，藉由加強肌力、增加柔軟度、提高個人對肢體的認知，進而改善身體姿勢、預防傷害。