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Doing This Type of Breathing as Part of Your Pilates Practice Can Help Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor
Here's how hypopressive breathing, a deep breathing exercise, can help you with your Pilates practice and other forms of movement.
The 10 Best Pilates Exercises for Beginners, According to a Peloton Instructor
A Peloton instructor shares the best beginner Pilates exercises and how to do them, plus the benefits of Pilates.
The 11 Best At-Home Pilates Reformers, According to Instructors
Want a Pilates workout from the comfort of your own home? Look no further than these at-home Pilates reformers.
7 Ways to Prevent Wrist Pain During Pilates Sessions
If you experience wrist pain during Pilates, you're not alone. Here, experts break down why this might be happening and how to fix it.
Can Pilates Actually Lengthen Your Muscles?
Can Pilates lengthen your muscles? Four fitness experts weigh in on this debate and explain where this idea came from to begin with.
‘I’m a Pilates Instructor and These Are the 6 Moves I Do When I’m Having Digestion Issues’
A Pilates instructor shares their favorite Pilates moves to do to help with digestion. Here's exactly how to do them.
Should You Choose Pilates or Weight Training for Better Overall Fitness? The Answer May Surprise You
We chatted with three fitness pros to find out if Pilates vs. weight training is better for your overall fitness. Here's what they said.
It Actually *Does* Matter How You Breathe During Pilates. Here’s How to Make Sure You’re Doing It Right
There's actually a certain way to approach Pilates breathing. Ahead, two Pilates instructors break down everything you need to know.
Can Pilates Really Help Your Posture? I Tried It for 30 Days and This Is What Happened
Does Pilates improve posture? One writer did a Pilates workout every day for 30 days to find out the benefits of Pilates for better posture.
What’s the Difference Between Lagree and Pilates—and Which One Is Right for You?
Learn the similarities and differences between Lagree vs. Pilates, and which workout method is right for you.
6 Benefits of Pilates That Go Way Beyond Core Strength
Instructors explain the most underrated Pilates benefits that people don't often realize, including increased flexibility and better posture.
Scissor Kicks Will Help You Get Cut Abs in No Time
Discover how to do scissor kicks with correct form from experts, plus benefits, variations, and whether or not they're safe for you.
Sweat—but Don’t Slip!—in Your New Favorite Workout: Hot Pilates
Harder, wetter, and more in the zone, hot pilates benefits include all your favorite muscle-shaking moves, but with a twist.
Barre Is the Trendy, Low-Impact Workout Your Routine Is Missing. Here’s What to Know Before You Take a Class
What is a barre workout? Barre instructors explain the benefits, what to know before you take a class, moves to know, and more.
A Pilates Instructor Shares Their Favorite Modifications for 5 Popular Moves
If you find classic Pilates moves inaccessible, try these five Pilates modifications, demonstrated by an instructor.
6 Types of Pilates We Guarantee You Haven’t Tried Before
There are more types of Pilates classes than just the mat or reformer. Learn about six different variations and the benefits of each.
If You Have a Body and Do Pilates, You Have a Pilates Body. End of Story
There's a 'Pilates body' stereotype that the activity is just for thin women. Here's why it's harmful and why every body is a Pilates body.
Does Pilates Count as Strength Training? Experts Set the Record Straight Once and for All
There's some debate surrounding "is Pilates strength training?" We chatted with experts to set the record straight once and for all.
Can You Overdo It on Pilates? Here’s How Often You Should Practice, According to Experts
Wondering how often you should do Pilates? Here's what experts have to say about varying your workout routine.
3 Benefits of Adding Weights to Your Pilates Exercises That Go Beyond Building Strength
A Pilates instructor shares the many benefits of doing Pilates with weights, plus how to choose your weights and safety tips.
‘I’m a Pilates Instructor and This Is the One Move I Use To Fire Up My Core in Just 2 Minutes’
Learn how to do the Pilates hundred exercise, plus which muscles it works and why you should do it, according to Pilates instructors.
Want To Get the Most out of Your Pilates Workout? Follow These 6 Expert Tips
Instructors share their favorite Pilates tips so you can reap the most benefits out of every class you take. Read on to learn more.
The Stress-Busting Pilates Workout You’ve Been Looking for—And It Only Takes 10 Minutes
Explore the benefits of Pilates for stress relief, plus try a 10-minute workout that'll make you feel oh so relaxed.
Did That SNL Pilates Sketch Hit a Little Too Close to Home? Here’s How To Make Pilates Feel Like Less of a Horror Movie
Did that SNL pilates horror movie trailer spoof hit a little close to home? Real life trainers sound off on how to actually enjoy pilates.
These Are the Most Effective Pilates Moves for Every Muscle in Your Core
We all know that Pilates is a great ab workout, so we chatted with an instructor to find out the most effective Pilates moves for your core.
The 10 Hardest Pilates Moves To Do at Home, Ranked
Yep, Pilates is hard (or can be!). Challenge your strength, balance, and control with some of the toughest moves you can do right at home.
Debating Between Reformer and Mat Pilates? Here’s How To Tell Which Is Right for You
Learn how to tell whether reformer vs. mat Pilates is the best workout for you, according to fitness experts.
Is Your Hybrid Pilates Class the Most ‘Efficient’ Pilates Workout—Or a Recipe for Overtraining?
Pilates dates back to the early 20th century, but it's morphed into something very different in today’s hybrid Pilates studio classes.
Wake Up Every Muscle in Your Body With This Gentle Morning Pilates Workout
Not an early workout person? Pilates in the morning might just change your mind. Discover the benefits of morning Pilates and try a workout.
This Beginner-Friendly Pilates Plank Series Works Your Body From Every Angle
Try this quick Pilates workout for beginners at home to build total body strength through a flowing series of planks.
Iliza Shlesinger Doesn’t Need You To Worry About Her Prenatal Pilates Routine
Comedian Iliza Shlesinger practices prenatal pilates, and she doesn't want to hear what you think of it. Learn why it makes her feel great.
How To Get Back Into Pilates After Pregnancy
Use this postpartum pilates guide to learn how to safely begin exercising and reconnect to your core after having a baby.
6 Things To Know Before Taking Your First Pvolve Fitness Class
Taking your first Pvolve fitness class? Read on for expert tips on what to know before your first session and how to get started.
10 Resistance Band Exercises That Will Strengthen and Stretch Your Legs in No Time
Strengthen your lower body with these resistance band leg workouts—you don't need to use heavy weights to see amazing results.
From Pilates to Breathwork, This Wellness CEO Is Helping Women Break Up With Body-Checking Culture
This wellness CEO used to subscribe to body-checking culture—until she broke out of the cycle. Here's how you can do the same.
I Worked Out With Hailey Bieber’s Trainer, Who Teaches the Most Exclusive Fitness Class in Hollywood—This Is What It Was Like
I took class with Liana Levi, founder of the uber-exclusive Forma Pilates studio. Learn what her workouts are like.
Les Mills Brings the Reformer Burn to the Comfort of Your Home in a New Pilates, Barre, and Power Yoga Workout
Learn what it' like to take a Les Mills Shapes class firsthand, and how this new workout was created by experts.
A Pilates Workout You Can Do at Home Using Nothing but a Wall
Learn the most effective exercises you can do at home if you're interested in trying wall Pilates on your own, or follow a 10-minute routine.
This 15-Minute Pilates Routine Can Support Your Walking Practice
Strengthen, mobilize, and stretch the muscles that power your walks in this 15-minute Pilates for lower body and core routine.
Put Your Glutes and Abs to the Test With This 15-Minute Pilates Workout
Test your strength and Pilates prowess with this 15-minute Pilates workout with East River Pilates instructor Brian Spencer.
Take 20 Minutes To Combat Knee Pain With This Knee-Friendly Pilates Workout
Chloe de Winter, an Australia-based Pilates instructor, walks us through a 20-minute Pilates for knee pain workout.
The 12 Best Running Sunglasses That Protect Your Eyes *and* Stay Put, According to Runners
These runner-approved running sunglasses not only protect your eyes, but they look cool too.
If You Sit at a Desk All Day, Spending Just 3 Minutes on These Mobility Moves Will Help Improve Your Posture
Try these mobility exercises for better posture to open up your chest and strengthen your back muscles so you can sit up straight naturally.
I Started Breathing Correctly While Lifting Weights, and It Changed My Workouts in 3 Major Ways
Recently, I incorporated weight lifting breathing into my workouts, and discovered why it's so important to do correctly.
A Fitness Trainer Explains the Difference Between the Terms ‘Low Intensity’ and ‘Low Impact’
Learn the difference between low intensity vs. low impact workouts, the benefits of both types of exercise, and whether they overlap.
I Tried the LIT Strength Machine, and It Helped Me Get Out of My Fitness Rut
Part rower, part Pilates apparatus, part… something else entirely. The LIT Strength Machine is like no other exercise equipment I've used.
I Spent a Week Working Out Like a Professional Ballerina—Here’s What Happened
One writer shares her experiences of doing a dancer workout routine and her revelations about the world of dancer fitness.
How To Do Fire Hydrants, the Simple Floor Move That Will Scorch Your Glutes, Thighs, and Core
Learn how to do the fire hydrant exercise from a master floor sculpting trainer to maintain proper form and get the most out of the exercise.
If You Work With Your Hands, You’ll Want To Try This 15-Minute Pilates Routine for Wrist Pain
If you work with your hands, try this Pilates for wrist pain routine to fine some relief in just 15 minutes.
Barre Versus Pilates: Which Gives You a Better Workout?
Learn about barre vs Pilates, and the differences and benefits of each when you put the two low-impact workouts next to each other.
The 2 Form Tips You Need To Make the Most of Side-Lying Pilates Work
When you're lying on your side, you want to practice these leg workout form tips to ensure you're making the most of the movements.
This Is the *Only* Push-Up That Lets You Stick Your Butt in the Air
Learn how to do the pike push-up, a challenging but highly effective exercise that provides benefits for your upper body and core strength.
Trainers Say the Viral ‘3-2-8’ Workout Trend Is One They Can Wholeheartedly Get Behind
Learn why the TikTok-beloved 3-2-8 workout trend is one that trainers say they can wholeheartedly get behind.
Skip That Afternoon Coffee, and Get Some Pilates Instead With This 14-Minute Mid-Day Workout
Get your blood and endorphins flowing with this snackable 14-minute mid-day Pilates routine to help bust that afternoon slump.
Want To Up Your Pickleball Game? Try These Functional Pilates Moves
Learn why Pilates is an ideal cross-training workout for pickleball, and four functional moves to improve your game.
This Strength and Pilates Workout Proves ‘Low and Slow’ Is Good Advice for the Mat, Not Just the Kitchen
Learn how moving slowly and with control will help build slow-twitch muscle fiber in this Pilates strength workout.
Here’s How To Build Up to the Most Challenging Exercises—Without Even Realizing It
By keeping the pace brisk and working up to a move's final form, this power Pilates workout will work your heart, muscles, and mind.
No, Pilates Isn’t Just for Thin Women, and 3 Other Pilates Myths To Stop Believing
Learn the most-common Pilates myths and why instructors say it's time to learn the truth about the practice.
I’m a Pilates Instructor, and This Smart Resistance Band System Is Like Having an At-Home Reformer That Fits in a Shoebox
I’m a Pilates instructor and LIT Axis let’s me do most of the exercises I’d teach on a reformer for a fraction of the cost and footprint.
This Multitasking Morning Pilates Workout Will Supercharge Your Brain All Day
The multitasking challenges in this 22-minute morning Pilates workout will have you saying "good morning, sunshine!" in no time.
Feeling a Little Hectic or Chaotic? De-Stress With This 12-Minute Stretching Routine
Unravel the ball of tension that is your body with this 12-minute video of de-stress stretches featuring child's pose, cat-cows, and more.
4 Moves, 11 Minutes—Your Full-Body Workout Is Done
Just four base moves will let you hit all your major muscle groups in this 11-minute full body standing Pilates with weights workout.
3 ‘Anti-Desk Exercises’ You Can Do To Improve Your Posture and Relieve Upper Back Pain
A Pilates instructor shares three upper back exercises to relieve pain from sitting at a desk hunched over a computer.
There’s a New Tool in the Fight Against Long COVID: Pilates
Researchers have found that using Pilates for long COVID sufferers improves lung function and quality of life.
What a Pilates Instructor Wants You To Know Before Going to Your First Pilates Reformer Class—Because That Thing Can Be Intimidating
A Pilates instructor breaks down what Pilates reformer classes are like so you can enter the studio confidently.
Pilates Helped Me Make Space for Grief—and Believe in My Strength Again—as a Young Widow
After losing my husband, turning to Pilates for grief made me feel strong again, and let go of the heaviness.
