Trunk muscles are activated during the rhythmic movement that is part of the execution of gait. Core strengthening exercises
are used to specifically strengthen the trunk muscles and have become a specialty area in the field of rehabilitation10).
Recently, in the United States and Europe, Pilates has become a target of interest as a useful exercise. Pilates exercises
were developed by Joseph H. Pilates (1880–1967) as an exercise method to relax and strengthen the body. The exercises have
a scientific, rational system for adjusting the center of the body11).
Pilates training is based on 8 principles: control, breathing, flowing movement, precision, centering, stability, range of
motion, and opposition. Mat-based Pilates exercises have been developed that use equipment for those who cannot exercise
more vigorously due to injury or poor health.