19 Celebrities Who Can't Get Enough of Pilates

If you've never taken a Pilates class before, the low-impact exercise might seem like light work. The Pilates system, created in the 1920s, consists of a series of exercises that are done slowly and repetitively. Unlike other workouts, such as HIIT, Pilates isn't about breaking a sweat — it relies on control, breathwork, and precision to strengthen the body from its core. That's why it's a favorite among celebrities.

Pilates is in part known for its eye-catching equipment, like the conventional reformer machine (a table with a board that slides with springs) and the Cadillac (which looks sort of like a bed frame), but the entire Classical Pilates series can be done on a yoga mat using just your body weight. Not only is it convenient, but the many benefits of Pilates make it transformative for people with pain or injuries. A century after the practice was first created, it's taking the fitness world by storm again.

From A-listers like Lindsay Lohan, Scarlett Johansson, Kylie Jenner, Miley Cyrus, and Martha Stewart to everyday folks, anyone can benefit from Pilates. Here are some more celebs who swear by the deceivingly powerful system.