One of today’s leading Pilates instructors shows you just what and where the ‘core’ muscles are. Here, too, is a fascinating brief history of the concept of core strength. You’ll understand as never before why physical fitness begins with core conditioning, and why Joseph Pilates is rightfully considered the ‘Einstein of fitness.’ He was a […]

Exercise mats are known hosts for common cold and flu viruses, as well as fungal, viral, and bacterial organisms that can cause skin infections. The best defense is not only to use your own mat but also to clean your mat – both sides – after every use whether you bring your own or borrow one from your gym. […]

A brief view of Joseph Pilates teaching 2 mat exercises to a beginner. Joe is probably in his 60’s – he always looked much younger than his age, a testament to the power of the method. He’s teaching ‘The 100’ and his trademark sit up which is still the only exercise that strengthens the inner […]

A thin mat is often preferable in yoga to provide both cushion and grip. These are the least expensive and most readily available exercise mats. A thicker mat is best for Pilates – at least 1/2” but 5/8″ or 3/4” is even better – because the less flexible back of a beginner is easily irritated […]

For those who love the mat exercises, you know that the Boomerang is the most difficult Pilates exercise. It’s not that it takes a lot of strength or balance or coordination. It’s just plain awkward. So Brett Miller, one of today’s best Pilates instructors (and one of the top Pilates blogs at PilatesIntel) has come […]

I’ve been doing Pilates for decades and this is crazy hard! Your abs will burn and fat just RUNS away! Best of all it’s a super effective workout for all your core muscles and the core is king! The core is key to all movement throughout the body as well as balance, posture, preventing falls […]