5+ day, 6+ hour ago  (350+ words) Activate your abs, glutes and hamstrings with this short sequence While Pilates has evolved from the method created by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s, some still swear by the original 34-move sequence. But, as you can imagine, remaining faithful to that…...

6+ day, 10+ hour ago  (297+ words) Reduce your risk of falls with these three simple moves As we age, our balance naturally starts to decline. But keeping your balance in check is important for preventing falls, which are a common cause of injury in adults over…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (258+ words) Enhance your practice with these sale picks You've probably heard about the benefits of Pilates'it can help you build strength, improve your mobility and work on your posture'but perhaps you don't know where to start with this form of movement....

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (682+ words) Try out this unique combination of massage, strengthening and stretching I've been dealing with a stiff right hip for about a year now, and while I commit to regular strength training and Pilates sessions, I've struggled to find something that…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (470+ words) I've been lifting weights for half a decade and not just because I want to build muscle. Strength training keeps my body as pain-free as possible, particularly with a long-standing knee injury. In December, I embarked on a three month…...

3+ week, 5+ hour ago  (391+ words) Pelvic floor strength is key for stability and control'here are four exercises that can help Kegel exercises'moves that involve squeezing, lifting and relaxing the pelvic area'are an incredibly effective way to strengthen your pelvic floor, but it's not the most…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (1008+ words) A promise of studio-quality Pilates at home for a fraction of the price'here's what I thought Mat-based Pilates sessions are a firm favourite of mine, but there's no denying that reformer Pilates challenges the body in a different way. But…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (279+ words) Improve balance and posture with this core workout When your core is weak, back pain becomes more common, your posture suffers and even your balance can be affected'making everyday movements feel harder. And according to Dr Cristina Sciavolino-Day, there's more…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (384+ words) This no-equipment program consists of just three simple moves Core workouts are about more than ripped abs. They help build strength and stability, which supports posture and overall movement explains certified personal trainer Brandon Hultman. "Building a strong and functional…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago  (322+ words) You don't need to plank to build deep core strength'try these three moves instead Planks are often seen as the gold standard for building core strength, but they're not the only way to do it. Jenny White, Pilates instructor and…...