Pilates is a low-impact form of exercise. This is a basic body conditioning with special focus on core stability and flexibility. Pilates has been known to improve flexibility, increase muscle strength and tone, especially in the abdominal area, lower back, hips and buttocks, improve the oblique muscles and develop control of back and limbs. The low back pain and shoulder stiffness complaints from you due to academic and other assignments can be eliminated or diminished if your core, the back, and the extremities are conditioned.