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Forget squats — I use this simple Pilates exercise to isolate your glutes and reduce lower back pain

While squats and lunges are a fantastic way to strengthen the glutes and lower body, there’s one simple Pilates exercise that ...

Forget crunches: I use this Pilates exercise to target my deep core and improve my hip mobility

Everything you need to know about this simple-looking move ...

Forget squats and lunges! This simple Pilates exercise strengthens your entire posterior chain and builds core stability

The exercise I often use to strengthen my posterior chain, spine, and core is the Pilates swimmers. It might look like you’re ...

Not planks, sit-ups or crunches: I use this simple Pilates exercise daily to target my deep core and improve my hip mobility

Here’s how to do the Pilates butterfly: Start by lying on your back and engaging your core, keeping your lower back pressed ...
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10 Pilates Exercises To Build Your Strongest Core Ever—And How To Do Them Properly

Pilates has become the go-to workout for building functional strength and flexibility while being gentle on your joints. In particular, "Core engagement and strengthening are fundamental parts of any ...
Health

4 Bodyweight Exercises That Strengthen Your Core as Effectively as a Plank

While the plank is an excellent core exercise, several other options can strengthen your core. You can do these bodyweight ...
The Independent

Six months of reformer Pilates made more difference to my core than in 10 years of abs workouts

As a gym lover, PT and fitness journalist, I have tried pretty much every form of exercise; from puppy yoga (just, no) to trampolining, back-breaking interval workouts and themed spin classes. Most of ...

Yoga and Pilates are the ultimate cross-training duo – here’s how they can make you a better runner

Both yoga and Pilates build strength and improve flexibility, but is one better than the other?
Women's Health

10 Pilates exercises to build your strongest ever core - and how to do them properly

Pilates has become the go-to workout for building functional strength and flexibility while being gentle on your joints. In particular, 'Core engagement and strengthening are fundamental parts of any ...