Balanced Body, formerly known as Current Concepts, is on of the largest manufacturers of the Pilates equipment. Founded in 1976, the company designs, manufactures and markets a range of fitness equipment. It has received more than 20 patents in the United States. The company maintains relationships with educators in the fitness industry. It has a library that stocks articles, books and other publications on Pilates. The company is a founding sponsor of the Pilates Method Alliance. It assists clients to find studios, clubs, and wellness and rehabilitation centers. The company operates accounting and sales departments. It maintains an online store that offers weighted balls, chairs, clothes, barrels, padded benches and gift certificates of various denominations. Balanced Body additionally publishes a newsletter.