India, Aug. 28 -- To improve agility, flexibility and core strength, many turn to Pilates. It typically involves stretching activities along with endurance exercises that test the core muscles. The physical benefits are widely acknowledged, as many fitness enthusiasts also have pilates on their radar, despite having a dedicated gym routine.

Adding to this list of benefits, a new study published in April 2025 in the journal BMC Urology found that Pilates also improves sexual health in women, especially those who are suffering from problems like arousal, desire, and even pain during intercourse.

The researchers examined women who consistently did Pilates twice a week for a span of 12 weeks. Areas of problem in a woman's sexual health were...