The trend today is to have a strong chiseled body without the bulk. Gone are the days of the overly muscular bodybuilder as the Adonis body. People want the body of Brad Pitt or Mathew McConaughey. Both are strong, chiseled and ripped but not bulging. To get their bodies, you can do Pilates or Yoga. It will elongate your body, make it strong but won’t add bulk. Also, you don’t need any equipment (except if you are doing Pilates with machines) except for yoga mats.

Yoga mats will provide a little cushioning when you do your stance or poses. It will also prevent you from getting dirty. It also creates traction so your hands or feet won’t slip. Also, your mat can help define your personal space. What I hate in gym class is when overly sweaty people get near me and enter my personal space.