Articles Index
Exercise and Dizziness
Dizziness and nausea while exercising are not uncommon among athletes who train really hard, but what about those of us doing moderate exercise, like Pilates?
Siri Galliano
A brief biography of Pilates instructor Siri Galliano
Pilates and Exercise for Osteoporosis
Learn about exercise for osteoporosis. In this interview Rebekah Rotstein discusses how to use Pilates and exercise to increase bone density and gives tips on safe exercise for osteoporosis.
Top Ways to Learn Pilates
From private instruction to group classes, books, DVDs, and even online instruction there are lots of ways to learn Pilates. Here is an introduction to some popular ways of going about learning Pilates for beginning and continuing students.
Pilates Info for Beginners
Pilates is a beginner friendly fitness method. Use this page as a guide to the information and exercise principles that will help you get the most benefit from your Pilates workout program. Here, you will find everything from how to choose a Pilates class and instructor, to how to do basic Pilates moves.
5 Next Steps for Pilates Beginners
A special article for Pilates beginners -- find out what your next moves should be.
Top 5 Myths About Pilates
What is Pilates? Is Pilates a derivative of yoga? Is it only for women and wimps? Does Pilates exercise cater to flabby abdominals and ignore the rest? Take a look at the stories behind these and other erroneous ideas about the Pilates method.
What to Know About Flexibility
Flexibility is about increasing the range of your muscles and joints. Learn how to use warm up and stretching exercises to increase flexibility.
Review: The Pilates Path to Health; Body, Mind, and Spirit
Read a review of the The Pilates Path to Health by Gary Calderone. This is a unique Pilates book about the healing and personally transformative potential of a Pilates practice based on the integration of body, mind and spirit.
Measuring How Many Calories Pilates Burns
Calculating how many calories we burn when we do Pilates is an inexact science at best. Here we look at factors that influence how many calories Pilates workouts require and how you can estimate the calories you burn.
Fat Burning Workout Programs and Pilates
Find out how to create a fat burning workout with a combination of cardio and Pilates exercise. This article includes a sample fat burning workout program.
Does the Psoas Speak Pilates?
In this fascinating interview with psoas expert Liz Koch, she talks about the role of the psoas muscle in the core of the body, the importance of psoas release, and how we can work with the psoas in Pilates.
Inside the Pilates Movie, A Movement of Movement
What is the new Pilates movie, a Movement of Movement about and who is behind it? Learn more in this interview with filmmaker Mark Pedri.
The Archival Pilates Exercises
This article looks at what archival Pilates exercises are, how they came to be archival, and what the value of archival exercises is.
The Franklin Method in the Pilates Studio
Developed by Eric Franklin, the Franklin Method is a way of using imagery to improve posture and the way we move and align our bodies.
Buying Exercise Bands
Exercise bands, also known as resistance bands, stretch bands, workout bands or flex bands, provide adjustable resistance training for stretch and strength. They are used in Pilates and other fitness routines.
Pilates on YouTube™
Get tips on how to find the best Pilates on YouTube and how to spot the videos not to watch.
Wendy LeBlanc-Arbuckle
Read a short biography of Pilates instructor and Movement Educator Wendy LeBlanc-Arbuckle.
The Amazing Pilates Reformer
Learn about the benefits of the Pilates reformer and exercises. The Pilates reformer is one of the most popular pieces of Pilates equipment.
All About Winsor Pilates
Winsor Pilates is one of the most recognizable names in Pilates exercise. Developed by Pilates instructor Mari Winsor, Winsor Pilates is known for its weight loss, body sculpting, and abdominal workouts.
Joseph Pilates: Founder of the Pilates Method of Exercise
Read this short biography of Joseph Pilates, the founder of the Pilates method of exercise and the inventor of the Pilates exercise equipment. Joseph Pilates story is an essential part of the history of Pilates.
Put Cardio Exercises in Your Fitness Plan
Cardio exercises are an important part of any weight loss or fitness program. Learn what cardio exercise are and how to put them in your fitness plan.
What is Fat?
In this article we answer the question, What is fat? We look at the kinds of fat as well the benefits of dietary fat and how it fits into a healthy lifestyle program.
Good Carbs vs Bad Carbs
Knowing what complex carbohydrates are, and the difference between good carbs and bad carbs is one of your best ways to promote optimum nutrition and fitness. Find out how simple carbohydrates and complex carbohydrates affect nutrition and health in general.
What is Protein?
Protein is an important part of a healthy diet. Learn what protein is, what high protein foods sources are, and how much protein you need.