Yoga or Pilates?

[jp_bl_68]

Any Yoga or Pilates enthusiasts here?

I'm thinking about taking up one or the other. A local gym offers classes in both.

My main interest is improving core strength but I'm also becoming concerned about my back. I do a lot of heavy lifting at work and over the last couple of weeks I've noticed that it's getting stiff and I'm getting a few twinges. I'd like to do all that I can to avoid any serious injuries.


Are Pilates and Yoga good for dealing with back pain and core strength? This Guardian article suggests that I should consider Pilates but as I know very little about either I'd like to hear your opinions.

Thanks for reading

 

[jp_bl_68]

However, if you're getting twinges in your back due to heavy lifting at work, I think you need to consider more than just 'core strength'... lifting technique would be one.

I think my technique is fine there's just a lot of lifting.

 

[jp_bl_68]

My posture is quite good. I never slouch when standing and I try to keep my back relatively straight whilst sitting.