Pilates for Beginners - Get a Good Start
By Marguerite Ogle, About.com Guide to Pilates
This is where you will find all kinds of information about getting started in Pilates. From how to learn Pilates to what you need - it's all here.
- Making the Pilates Choice
- Learning Pilates
- Beginner Exercises
- Pilates and Special Interests
- Pilates Movement Basics
Making the Pilates Choice
Pilates continues to be one of the biggest trends in fitness. Find out why and what Pilates has to offer you.
Learning Pilates
There are lots of ways to learn Pilates. Use these links to investigate your options and decide how you want to learn Pilates.
- Top Ways to Learn Pilates
- Choosing Your Pilates Instructor
- Preparing for Your First Class
- Pilates Class Dos and Don'ts
- Maximize Your Pilates Classes
- Why You Need a Real Instructor
- A Glossary of Pilates Terms
- How to Find a Pilates Class
- Free E-course: Essential Pilates
- Pilates Beginner DVD Reviews
Beginner Exercises
Build your Pilates training on a strong foundation. Here you will find Pilates fundamental and beginner exercise instructions that you can use to support your practice.
Pilates and Special Interests
Pilates combined with....? Take a look at the many ways that Pilates is used to support special needs and interests.
- Pilates and Pregnancy
- Cross Training with Pilates
- The Pilates - Yoga Connection
- Pilates for Breast Cancer Recovery
- Neck Pain and Pilates
Pilates Movement Basics
If you know some of the fundamental principles of Pilates movement, you will progress quickly and enjoy your workouts more.
