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5+ hour, 14+ min ago (396+ words) A Pilates studio in Naples is celebrating big milestones. Bodybar Pilates is marking two years in the community and the opening of a new studio space, reflecting both growth and connection. Bodybar Pilates focuses on the mind-body connection through slow, controlled movements. The studio offers 64 classes a week, seven days a week, and with 13 reformers, it welcomes a wide range of members. Bodybar wants to be the happy hour for your body. The place where you come to feel good. "Bar" stands for "Balanced, athletic, and real." Owner Suzanne Lince said her fitness journey did not begin in a Pilates studio, but ever since she walked in the door, she couldn't leave. "We want this to be your third place," she said. "You have your home, you have work, and now you have Bodybar." Pilates is quickly growing in popularity,…...

19+ hour, 10+ min ago (196+ words) NEW YORK, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pilates Academy has been awarded the title of Best Online Pilates Teacher Training Program in the U.S. for 2025, celebrating its commitment to providing accessible, high-quality education for Pilates instructors worldwide. The Pilates Academy: A Global Education Leader in Pilates Instructor Training With a strong belief in the power of clarity and precision, The Pilates Academy offers a unique teaching method that integrates movement science, anatomy, and real-world teaching skills. This combination of scientific knowledge and effective, human-centered instruction has positioned the academy as a leader in the online Pilates education space. Empowering Pilates Instructors Around the World "As a founder, I truly believe that anyone can turn their love for Pilates into a meaningful career, when the learning path is built with clarity, precision, and care," said Chen Leibovich, Founder of The Pilates Academy. A…...

2+ day, 5+ hour ago (255+ words) The company claims that Crunch McKinney will be the first-ever HVLP (High-Value Low-Price) gym in the U.S. to feature a dedicated Reformer Pilates studio. CR Fitness Holdings LLC, a leading Crunch Fitness franchisee is opening a $12 million 40,000 square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility in McKinney, Texas in 2026. The company claims that Crunch McKinney will be the first-ever HVLP (High-Value Low-Price) gym in the U.S. to feature a dedicated Reformer Pilates studio. The 1,300 square-foot studio is designed to accommodate more than 10+ Reformer machines. In addition to this standout Reformer Pilates offering, Crunch McKinney will also showcase the latest in Crunch Fitness's 3.0 layout, top-of-the-line cardio and strength training equipment, a dedicated group fitness studio, a functional HIITZone training area with indoor turf, Hot Yoga, RIDE Cycle studio, HydroMassage beds, tanning, full-service locker rooms with showers and a sauna, an Infrared sauna, and more. "Opening Crunch McKinney…...

3+ day, 2+ min ago (632+ words) I was in the pocket the entire night," Hayward recalls. I got onstage the first time, got them and I had them the whole night. Those are the special nights because you're creating something together." By day, Hayward leads a different kind of performance, teaching Pilates at WundaBar's mirrored studio in Los Feliz. She leads the class with the same conviction she embodies as a dancer. In a black headset fit for a pop star, she paces around the studio in a black unitard, leading the class through repetitions and poses. In recent years, Hayward has become a fixture of the city's nightlife scene. Since 2017, she has also fronted a live rock 'n' roll sleaze" show called Night Scene, anchored by a live band, Night Boys, and featuring burlesque dancers. The chaotic live show pays homage to DIY punk scenes…...

3+ day, 10+ hour ago (349+ words) The new franchise represents Carrie's Pilates' opening to even more clients in Texas, bringing their welcoming, inclusive atmosphere and custom reformers offering workouts that help them better meet their fitness goals. MORE THAN PILATES" AN EXPERIENCE The signature of the workout is Carrie's Transformer, a patent-pending, state-of-the-art reformer engineered to amplify strength, endurance, muscle definition, and overall fitness. High-intensity, low impact, results-driven sessions led by expert trainers guarantee a workout that challenges the body, clears the mind, and builds confidence. OWNERS SHARE THEIR JOURNEY "As avid fitness fans, we've done it all, cycling, boot camps, boxing, but nothing pushed us the way reformer Pilates did," says co-owner Josh Qualley. "The first class we took at Carrie's in West Hollywood was love at first sweat," adds co-owner Cody Carlsen. "Dallas embraced our Trinity Groves studio with open arms, and expanding was…...

3+ day, 16+ hour ago (129+ words) By night, Ashley Hayward commands the stage at Jumbo's Clown Room. By day, she teaches Pilates at WundaBar in Los Feliz with devoted followers. She also fronts Night Scene, a live rock'n'roll show blending burlesque with punk aesthetics, proving nightlife and fitness can coexist. Hayward aspires to expand her fitness career with her own studio and signature method, blending her background as a dancer with wellness expertise. The Jumbo's Clown Room icon who is secretly L.A.'s coolest Pilates instructor Mark E. Potts is the senior editor for video at the Los Angeles Times. A native of Enid, Okla., Potts graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a master's degree in broadcast journalism. He has created and edited video for DreamWorks, YouTube, Microsoft, Sony and BET....

3+ day, 17+ hour ago (226+ words) 1. Early mornings, intentional starts: Early mornings have always centred me. In the past few weeks, I've returned to starting my day with 40 to 50 minutes of pranayama, followed by yoga or a workout. That quiet time before the world stirs gives me clarity and sets the tone for everything that follows. 2. Back to my core " Pilates: Fitness has always been a part of my identity. With parents who are marathon runners and world record holders, discipline feels natural. Postpartum, I'm slowly finding my way back to Pilates. It helps rebuild my core and reconnects me with my body, while yoga brings steadiness and balance. 3. Easing in, not bouncing back: Motherhood shifts your rhythm, your body, and your priorities. I'm not trying to bounce back. I'm easing in, relying on small habits that ground me. Meeting my step count, staying hydrated, and…...

3+ day, 19+ hour ago (409+ words) Many think of the practice as stretching, but deep core exercises in yoga are one of the "most powerful ways to build functional strength", says instructor Good core strength is key to staying mobile and keeping good posture. To build it, many people do core exercises like sit-ups, crunches, and Pilates-inspired moves. While these certainly have their place, yoga is an overlooked practice. As well as helping the superficial core muscles (like the abdominals) get stronger, doing yoga as a workout includes many deep core exercises that can strengthen the muscles that sit around the spine, in the trunk, and across the pelvic floor. These are what really matter when it comes to improving your body's internal support and preventing injury. Want to try it? Here are the five poses (asanas) she recommends to build a stable core with stronger…...

4+ day, 18+ hour ago (300+ words) Discover travel-friendly workout hacks from Yasmin Karachiwala, Deepika Padukone's fitness trainer, to stay fit on the go. Easily perform exercises in your hotel room without any equipment! Deepika Padukone, the stunning actress who sets the standard high for fitness, has her social media page filled with travels To maintain the strength, the 39-year-old's fitness trainer recently released a clip who believes hotel stays, unknown places, and tight schedules should not affect the workout Yasmin Karachiwala, the trainer who has also associated with Katrina Kaif and Alia Bhatt, gave quick workout ideas that do not need any heavy weight lifts or mats Karachiwala dropped the video on Instagram of a simple routine in the hotel room to work the full body, claiming how difficult it would be to travel Let's take a look.Exercise 1: SquatsSquats are usually performed with equipment as…...

5+ day, 12+ hour ago (303+ words) Achieving a two-minute plank is attainable through smart habits, not just brute strength. Focus on perfect form, controlled breathing, and consistent Planks seem simple, right? Just hold still and let the burn build But pushing to two full minutes feels impossible when your shoulders scream and core quakes after 45 seconds Plenty of people crush this goal, though, turning shaky starts into steady powerhouses with a few smart habits It's less about raw strength and more about form tweaks, breath control, and steady practice that stacks up over weeks.Nail the basics firstDrop to forearms shoulder-width apart, elbows stacked under shoulders for that solid base Keep your body straight like a board from ears to ankles, glutes and quads clenched to stop any hip dip or pike Head neutral, gaze down, no straining neck Breathe deep through your nose, exhale slow…...