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    • Detox - Body Cleansing the Pilates Way, with Exercise Created: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
      Detox with the famous Pilates internal shower. This is full body cleansing through increased circulation and better breathing.
    • Preparing for Your First Pilates Class Video Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
      Trying out your first Pilates class? This exercise video from About.com gives you the run-down on how to dress, what to bring, and what to inform the instructor of for a Pilates class.
    • Pilates - How to Get in Shape with Pilates Created: Thursday, December 24, 2009 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
      The Pilates method is a fast and effective way to build core strength and flexibility. Learn about the Pilates principles, core training, and other keys to getting in shape with Pilates
    • How to Get a Pilates Cardio Workout Video Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
      A Pilates cardio workout can be a great way to vary your workouts and burn more calories. Watch this how-to video from About.com for tips on getting a Pilates cardio workout.
    • How to Do a Pilates Swimming Exercise Video Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
      The Pilates swimming exercise is a great for strengthening the lower back. However, in order to avoid strained muscles, watch this video from About.com to learn the proper way to do and modify the ...
    • Who Should Get Comprehensive Pilates Instructor Training Video Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
      Comprehensive Pilates instructor training prepares students to teach all facets of the Pilates method. However, comprehensive Pilates training is a large commitment. Watch this About.com video to s...
    • How to Do the Pilates Criss Cross Video Created: Friday, May 18, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 18, 2012
      The Pilates criss cross is a great core workout but requires proper form to correctly exercise your abs. Watch this About.com video to learn how to do the Pilates criss cross and advanced variation...
    • How to Do the Pilates Roll Up Video Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 18, 2012
      The Pilates roll up is a great ab exercise as long as you engage your core and avoid using momentum. Watch this About.com video to learn how to do the Pilates roll up correctly for your workout.
    • Tips for Pilates Neutral Spine Position Video Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 18, 2012
      Neutral spine position is essential in the Pilates method. Watch this About.com video to understand how to achieve neutral spine and stay in that position throughout different Pilates exercises.
    • All About Stretching in Pilates Video Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
      Pilates includes different methods of stretching, including static and dynamic stretching. Watch this About.com video to learn the differences and the benefits of each stretching style used in Pila...
    • How to Do Pilates Exercises for Flat Abs Video Created: Monday, May 07, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
      Get flat abs by performing these Pilates exercises in a series for maximized results. Watch this exercise video from About.com to learn how to do a Pilates workout series for flat abs.
    • Tips for Proper Attire for Pilates Video Created: Friday, May 11, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
      Semi fitted clothing is best for pilates moves as it allows you and the instructor to clearly see your movements.
    • How to Use a Magic Circle to Tone Your Inner Thigh Video Created: Monday, May 07, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
      The magic circle can intensify Pilates inner thigh exercises and help ensure proper form. Watch this exercise video from About.com to learn how to incorporate the magic circle in your Pilates routi...
    • Tips for Starting Pilates Mat Instructor Training Video Created: Friday, April 13, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
      Starting Pilates mat instructor training can be a daunting but exciting task. Watch this video from About.com to learn more about starting Pilates mat instructor training.
    • Pilates Rolling Exercises- Tips for Doing Pilates Rolling Exercises Created: Tuesday, April 17, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
      Rolling exercises are part of the classic Pilates exercise repertoire. They create a unique abdominal workout where we have to use a lot of core strength to initiate and support the movement. Revie...
    • Fundamental Movements in Pilates Video Created: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
      In Pilates, it's imperative to master proper breathing, protect your neck, and disassociate arm and torso movements for an optimal workout. Learn the fundamental Pilates movements in this how-to vi...
    • Palm Press with Magic Circle is a Pelvic Floor Exercise Created: Thursday, June 09, 2011 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
      Learn palm press with magic circle as a pelvic floor exercise that also strengthens the obliques.
    • What are Counter Stretches in Pilates? Video Created: Friday, May 11, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 11, 2012
      Counter stretches in Pilates will help increase flexibility by stretching the muscles which were just exercised. Watch this About.com video to get a better understanding for using counter stretches...
    • Overview of the Principles of Pilates Video Created: Friday, May 11, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 11, 2012
      There are six principles of Pilates that are essential to the method. Watch this About.com video to learn how to use the principles of Pilates in your exercise.
    • How to Do a Pilates Counter Stretch with Intermediate Exercises Video Created: Friday, May 11, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 11, 2012
      Pilates counter stretches allow muscles to stretch in the opposite direction of how they were previously exercised. Watch this how-to video from About.com to learn some examples of Pilates counter ...
    • How to Do a Modified Plank Pose Video Created: Friday, May 11, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 11, 2012
      The modified Pilates plank position will help you gradually build abdominal strength to hold the full plank position. Watch this how-to video from About.com to learn how to hold a modified plank po...
    • How to Do a One Leg Circle in Pilates Video Created: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 09, 2012
      The Single Leg Circle is a crucial component to a balanced Pilates mat routine. Learn how to do and modify the Pilates single leg circle in this health video from About.com.
    • Pilates Exercises - Step Barrel Workout from BASI Pilates Created: Friday, April 20, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
      Learn an intermediate Pilates step barrel workout from master teacher Rael Isacowitz. Many of these exercises are based on Pilates mat exercises and can be adapted to the foam body roller as well.
    • Pilates Exercise Scissors - How to do Pilates Scissors Exercise Created: Tuesday, May 04, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
      Scissors is an advanced Pilates exercise that calls for tremendous core strength, shoulder stability, pelvic stability, and hip flexibility. Get instructions for Pilates scissors exercise.
    • Pilates Mat Exercises - Tone Thighs, Hips and Abdominals - Free Pilates Exercise Instructions Created: Monday, February 05, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
      The Pilates Side Kick exercises strengthen and tone the hips and legs, as well as develop core strength by challenging the abdominals to stabilize the movement.
    • Pilates Mat Exercises - Side Kick Exercises - Side Scissors Instructions Created: Monday, May 07, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 07, 2012
      Get Free Instructions for the Pilates Mat Exercise Side Scissors.
    • How to Do a Modified Pilates Hundred Video Created: Monday, May 07, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 07, 2012
      The hundred is a common Pilates exercise, but it can be modified for beginners in the Pilates method. Watch this video from About.com to learn how to do a modified Pilates hundred and gradually wor..
    • How to a Do a Pilates Single Leg Stretch Video Created: Monday, May 07, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 07, 2012
      The Pilates single leg stretch is a beneficial exercise if done with the proper form. Watch this video from About.com to learn how to do a Pilates single leg stretch with the right breath and by mo..
    • How to Do a Pilates Spine Stretch Video Created: Monday, May 07, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 07, 2012
      The Pilates spine stretch will help ease back pain and keep your spine flexible. Watch this Pilates video from About.com to learn how to do a spine stretch with proper form.
    • How to Do a Pilates Single Straight Leg Stretch Video Created: Monday, May 07, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 07, 2012
      The Pilates single straight leg stretch is common exercise in the Pilates method. Watch this how-to video from About.com to learn the proper form, proper breathing, and modifications for the Pilate..
    • A Look Inside Pilates Studios with Photos and Descriptions Created: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 Updated: Saturday, May 05, 2012
      Our readers are showing off their Pilates studios. Here our readers share photos and tell us about their space and the Pilates equipment and classes that make each studio special.
    • Reader Submissions: Join Our Online Pilates Studio Tour Created: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 Updated: Saturday, May 05, 2012
      Our readers are showing off their Pilates studios. Here our readers share photos and tell us about their space and the Pilates equipment and classes that make each studio special.

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