One of my teachers, Mark, has a motto for people who take his certification: “Pilates is a journey.” This may sound cliche, but only if you have not started on your journey.

Once you have begun Pilates, you will understand.

The key is that “Pilates” can be many things to many people.  There may be a misconception that “Pilates” is just one thing. In fact, you will ultimately interact with Pilates in your own unique way, hence the metaphor of a journey.