Toe taps are a great way to tone the hard-to-hit lower abs. For a strong and stable core, I recommend that my clients do Pilates exercises. I myself used Pilates to cure my chronic back pain, and ...

Pilates instructor James Shaw shared four simple exercises to alleviate back pain. These moves, including a standing roll ...

Strengthening the core is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your body. The core muscles connect the upper and lower limbs, so maintaining strength in that region is vital for everyday ...

Pilates is a low-intensity form of exercise that emphasizes strength, flexibility, and breathwork. Benefits of Pilates include reduced back pain, better sleep, and lower stress levels. You can ...

I stepped into M2M Studio in downtown Cramerton Thursday morning with little knowledge of Joe Pilates’ idea of exercise, which he called Contrology. Pilates can be described in three words: stretch, ...

This Pilates-inspired ab workout takes 15 minutes, so I decided to try it out and see if I could build a stronger midsection without going to a class.

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 ...

With Mental Health Awareness Month recognized in May, a fitness expert is sharing the best ways to reduce stress. Kristina Rudzinskaya is a California-based certified Pilates instructor and founder of ...

Sebastien Lagree just before teaching one of his Megaformer classes at his studio in Brentwood. (Stella Kalinina / For The Times) Sebastien Lagree would like to make one thing clear: “This. Is. Not.

Pilates core exercises are fantastic for developing a strong and stable core. They not only work the superficial muscles (think: six-pack abs), but also the deep stabilizing muscles, which can lead to ...