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If you needed any more reason to take up Pilates or yoga this year, emerging research just gave you one. According to a study, Pilates can lower the risk of death by 36%, with yoga not far behind.

We love a Pilates and yoga practice here at Tom's Guide, but I was surprised by this news. Check out the details of the study below, and let us know whether this could convince you to start a practice by leaving a comment!

What is the study?

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A new study from Arizona State University examined more than 55,000 U.S.…