Pilates is a comprehensive head-to-toe workout, but its often misidentified as womens exercise. In fact, it might surprise you that Pilates was originally created for men. 

Pilates was designed by a German born gymnast and boxer named Joseph h Pilates. His exercise system emphasized the development of the core muscle groups (the spine, abdominals, hips and lower back). Many famous male professional athletes, such as Tiger Woods (professional golfer), Jason Kidd (NBA basketball star), Curt Schilling (MLB pitcher) and Ruben Brown (NFL offensive lineman), have added Pilates to their training programs, in order to enhance their strength, coordination and flexibility by developing these core muscle areas.