Yes, I admit to being influenced by the Oscars. Watching all those svelte, flat tummied stars in their beautiful gowns and suits made me think: "OK, if I was going ... Read More

Of course the old slogan is true: a picture is worth a thousand words. I find that there is nothing like a great image to make a whole exercise ... Read More

Spiral, circular, stretchy, interesting. These are some of my first impressions of gyrokenesis, a semi-new form of exercise that, while not particularly related to Pilates, is rapidly gaining fans in ... Read More

If you will faithfully perform your Contrology [Pilates] exercises regularly only four times a week for just three months as outlined in Return to Life, you will find your body ... Read More

Here is a cross-training tip for those of you who are looking to vary your workouts or maybe amp up your calorie burning: Wendy Bumgardner, About's guide to walking, has ... Read More

Just a reminder - If you have been thinking about becoming a certified Pilates instructor, now is a good time to look into it. Many programs will begin with a ... Read More

I was having dinner with a friend the other night when she said something that reminded me that I really must address some of the misunderstandings about Pilates that have ... Read More

Be Part of the Pilates Poll- People do Pilates for a lot of different reasons. What are yours? You can check as many choices as apply to you. Incase you missed it, ... Read More

My ears perked up when I was watching Larry King Live this week and I heard Tyra Banks, supermodel, talk show host, and host of America's Next Top Model say ... Read More