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Christians are reportedly split on the practice of Pilates, a workout regime similar to yoga without any of the spiritualism.
A majority of Pilates exercises, practitioners, and programs exclusively focus on the physical aspect, and how Pilates can help grow your bodily strength, according to GotQuestions.org. “From this description of Pilates exercises, there is nothing to alarm Christians or cause us to fear or mistrust Pilates. All Christians should be concerned with proper diet and exercise so that our bodies, which are the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19), are kept in as good condition as possible,” the website notes. (POPULAR ARTICLE: Valentine’s Day May Be Cute, But Has Dark Origins)
But some practitioners do try to integrate Eastern religions or “New Age thought.” This was not part of Joseph Pilates’ vision when he started the practice. “There is nothing inherently spiritual or mystical about Pilates. Pilates can be a good option for those who want the advantages of yoga without the spiritualism. It increases flexibility, strength, balance, and agility. Of course, as with all exercises, caution must be used and it isn’t a bad idea to consult with a doctor first,” says Compelling Truth.
Honor God With Our Bodies
From Compelling Truth:
- First Corinthians 6:19–20 affirms that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, urging us to honor God with our bodies.
- Proverbs 3:7–8 encourages us to trust in the Lord and keep His commands. Generally speaking, this will lead to health for our flesh and refreshment for our bones.
- First Timothy 4:8 says, “For while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.”
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