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How to Choose Exercise Balls
When choosing exercise balls, it's important to remember that the more air there is in an exercise ball, the less stability there is. Find out how to use a bumpy exercise ball for a good core...
How to Sit on Exercise Balls
In order to sit on an exercise ball, put a hand on the ball to stabilize it and keep the hips, knees and ankles aligned when gently sitting down. Engage the correct muscles by sitting tall on an...
How to Inflate an Exercise Ball
An exercise ball can be inflated by removing the pin and inserting a pump to inflate the ball until it reaches a desired level of firmness. Discover how more air equals more instability in an...
Exercises for Flabby Arms Using Rubber Bands
Pilates can be used to get rid of flabby arms through exercises done with rubber exercise bands. Discover how a low resistance band can be used to improve the strength of triceps with help from a...
Exercise Band Instructions
Exercise bands come in a variety of resistance levels, and high-resistance bands are great for using in order to stretch out muscles. Find out when to use an exercise band with medium resistance...
How to Simulate Rowing With Exercise Bands
An exercise band can be used to simulate rowing by wrapping the band around a flexed foot, putting the hands on either side of the band and bringing the arms towards the hips. Strengthen the...
Core Exercises With an Exercise Ball
A simple exercise to do on an exercise ball in order to engage the core muscles is simply bouncing on the ball and adding new levels of difficulty with punches and kicks. Learn how to do...
How to Do Push-Ups With an Exercise Ball
An exercise ball can be used to do push-ups with the ball resting underneath the knees. Discover how to walk out on an exercise ball to make push-ups more difficult with help from a Pilates...
Pilates Exercise Routine for Abs
In order to get better abdominal muscles, Pilates can be used to do a number of exercises, such as the hundred or the roll-up. Find out how to engage the abs when doing Pilates with help from a...
Pilates Ball Exercise Routines
The first step in doing a Pilates ball exercise routine is to warm up by simply bouncing on the ball, which will engage the core muscles. Find out how to do pelvic tilts on a Pilates exercise ball...
Pilates Back Exercises
In order to exercise the back, Pilates can be used to do an exercise that involves lying in a prone position before lifting an arm and the opposite leg. Use Pilates get a stronger back with help...
Pilates Thigh-Lengthening Exercises
Pilates can be used to do a number of thigh-lengthening stretches, such as single-leg kicks. Discover how to do double-leg kicks as well with help from a Pilates instructor in this free video on...
Pilates Leg & Glute Exercises
Pilates exercises for working the legs and glutes include side leg kicks and side-laying circles. Learn how to do a bicycle exercise in Pilates with help from a Pilates instructor in this free...
Exercises for the Thighs Using Exercise Bands
Exercise bands can be used to work out the thighs by placing the band across the foot before taking it out at a 45-degree angle, bending the leg at the knee and pressing it out. Find out how to do...
Pilates Mini Ball Sample Exercises
When using a mini ball to do Pilates, a number of exercises can be performed, such as a posterior and anterior pelvic tilt. Find out how to use a mini ball to add stability to exercises with help...
Beginner Pilates Exercises
Start beginner Pilates exercises by practicing breathing techniques. Discover how to begin Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Advanced Pilates Exercises
Increase flexibility and muscle mass with advanced Pilates exercises. Learn advanced Pilates moves with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates vs. Yoga
Pilates is a standard exercise routine while yoga focuses on exercise as well as and spiritual meditation. Find out more about the differences between yoga and Pilates with expert tips from a...
Reducing Muscle Pain With Pilates
Pilates can reduce pain in strained or sore muscles. Learn to reduce muscle pain through Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates Certification
To become a Pilates instructor, attend a professional certification class. Learn more about becoming a Pilates instructor with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates Instructor Salaries
The salary of a certified Pilates instructor ranges from 20 to 30 dollars per class. Find out more about how much Pilates instructors make with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free...
Stott Pilates
Stott Pilates uses the neutral spine position in exercise routines. Learn more about Stott Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates Machines
Pilates uses many resistance training machines. Find out about using machines in Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Losing Weight With Pilates
Lose weight with Pilates breathing techniques and exercises. Find out how Pilates helps weight loss with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates Mats
Pilates mats are an important part of Pilates equipment because many exercises are done on the floor. Pick out a Pilates mat with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates Balls
Using exercise balls, add more weight to a Pilates workout routine. Work out with Pilates balls using expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pregnancy Pilates
Different Pilates exercises are used for each trimester of pregnancy. Learn to exercise with Pilates when pregnant with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Postnatal Pilates
Lose weight after pregnancy with postnatal Pilates. Strengthen core muscles by doing postnatal Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Endometriosis Pilates
Pilates can alleviate the pain of Endometriosis. Find out how to do Endometriosis Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates Apparel
When picking Pilates apparel, choose form-fitting clothing. Pick Pilates workout clothes with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free exercise video.
Supreme Pilates
Supreme Pilates is an exercise routine that uses machines. Learn more about Supreme Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Mari Winsor Pilates
Winsor Pilates focuses using the mat in exercise routines. Discover more about Winsor Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Beginning Winsor Pilates
Before beginning Winsor Pilates exercises, watch the instructor's form. Find out more about beginning Winsor Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates History
The history of Pilates began with Joseph Pilates. Discover how Joseph Pilates invented the Pilates exercise routine with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
How Pilates Was Invented
Joseph Pilates invented Pilates exercises using martial arts, Tai Chi and Yoga poses. Discover how Joseph Pilates invented this exercise routine with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this...
What Is Pilates?
Pilates uses breathing and mental awareness to control the movements of the body to build core muscle strength. Discover more about Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free...
Pilates Equipment
Basic Pilates equipment includes mats and balls. Learn more about basic Pilates equipment with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates Breathing Techniques
Improve core strength with Pilates breathing techniques. Learn to breathe in Pilates with expert tips from a fitness instructor using this free workout video.
Burning Calories With Pilates
Pilates burns calories by increasing muscle mass. Find out how to burn calories with Pilates using expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates Benefits
Some Pilates benefits are increased strength, toned muscles and improved posture. Discover other Pilates benefits with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free workout video.
Pilates Saw Exercise
It's important to engage your abs when performing the Pilates saw exercise. Learn how to properly execute the saw exercise from a professional Pilates instructor in this free exercise video.
Pilates Hands & Knees Stretch
Performing a hands and knees stretch, in Pilates, is great for working your sides and oblique muscles. Learn more about the hands and knees stretch from a professional Pilates instructor in this...
Pilates Backstroke Prep
The backstroke prep is a Pilates exercise that utilizes three different positions. Learn more about the backstroke prep from a professional Pilates instructor in this free exercise video.
Pilates Leg Lifts
It's imporatant to engage your glutes when performing Pilates leg lifts. Learn to perform a few leg lifts from a professional Pilates instructor in this free exercise video.
Pilates Full Breaststroke
The Pilates full breaststroke is a great exercise for strengthening your spine and ab muscles. Learn the full breaststroke from a professional Pilates instructor in this free exercise video.
Pilates Swan Exercise
The Pilates swan exercise is a great extension stretch that has several modifications. Learn more about the swan exercise from a professional Pilates instructor in this free exercise video.
Pilates Shoulder & Hamstring Stretch
Stretching the shoulders and hamstrings using Pilates is a great way to release tension and loosen up the spine. Learn more about the shoulder and hamstring stretch from a professional Pilates...
Pilates Cat & Cow Exercise
The cat and cow exercise, in Pilates, is great for stretching out the spine and warming up the back muscles. Learn more about the cat and cow exercise from a professional Pilates instructor in...
Pilates Modified Plank Exercise
The Pilates modified plank exercise works just about every muscle in your body. Learn more about the modified plank exercise from a professional Pilates instructor in this free exercise video.
Pilates Modified Downward Dog
The modified downward dog exercise is a great Pilates stretch for your body. Learn how to perform the modified downward dog from a professional Pilates instructor in this free exercise video.