Becks’ fitness mantra – Pilates exercises

David Beckham’s secret to fit body is — body-bending Pilates exercises.

London, June 22: Soccer star David Beckham’s secret to fit body has been revealed — body-bending Pilates exercises. The 34-year-old English footballer was introduced to Pilates — a stretching and breathing routine particularly popular with women — on loan at AC Milan.

“I do an hour of Pilates a day. The medical set-up at Milan is fantastic and fitness-wise I am the best I have been for a long time,” the Sun quoted Beckham as saying. The hour-long exercise has reduced Becks’ body fat from 13.7 percent to a super-toned 8.5 percent. Meanwhile, Becks is returning to LA Galaxy next month. He and wife Victoria, 35, have signed up for Pilates classes at Los Angeles’ exclusive Sports Club. ANI