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Forget weights, this 30-minute Pilates workout for beginners strengthens your abs and hips

Pilates beginners can rejoice — this short 30-minute Pilates workout strengthens the core muscles and hips without requiring weights. Although Reformer Pilates packs plenty of health benefits, mat ...
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I tried this 15-minute Pilates ab workout instead of going to a class — here’s what happened

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images After taking a class with a friend just over a year ago, Pilates has been a ...
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There are 12 million Pilates abs workouts on YouTube, but this is the only one you need

No workout has a better reputation for firing up your core than Pilates. The super-slow, minuscule movements activate your slow-twitch muscle fibers to build strength. While we don’t all have the ...
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This one Pilates abs exercise is better than a hundred sit-ups if you want to build functional core strength—here's how to master it

I had the pleasure of attending my first reformer Pilates class a couple of weeks ago and discovered a multitude of novel ways to strengthen my core. One in particular left its mark on me—the ...
Essence

3 Easy Mat Pilates Exercises You Can Do To Get Abs Like Lori Harvey

Lori Harvey is this generation’s IT girl. There’s no denying that she has a specific look, charm, and charisma that excites the public. Another advantage she has over others is her commitment to ...
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This Pilates Workout Strengthens Your Lower Abs in 11 Minutes

The lower abs can be hard to target... unless you have some great Pilates exercises on hand. This 11-minute lower abs Pilates workout is a must-try. The lower abs can be a notoriously tricky area to ...
Women's Health

Jessica Biel Absolutely Crushes A Pilates Abs Workout On IG—With Some Encouragement From Hubby Justin

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? It's unclear exactly how many reps Jessica did of this epic Pilates sequence, ...
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Pilates for Beginners: 6 easy at-home exercises you can do without weights

Pilates is quickly becoming the next big thing in the world of fitness. While YouTubers like Cassey Ho popularised the exercise by forming a channel (Blogilates) and even an athleisure brand (POPFLEX) ...
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Have You Wondered if Pilates Is More Than an Ab Workout?

According to a recent survey, Pilates continues to be a popular fitness activity in the United States: 9.5 million people participated in Pilates in 2017 (Lock, 2019). Since its humble beginnings in ...

Chair Pilates is the gentle way to stay strong as you age – here are the 7 best moves to try

A physio-based Pilates instructor explains how chair Pilates works, who benefits most, and how often to do it safely ...

Kerry Washington, 48, shows off perky bum and toned abs in spandex shorts and sports bra for grueling Pilates workout

KERRY Washington has proven that age is just a number as she dazzles at 48, showcasing her incredible physique during a ...