As a self-proclaimed fitness connoisseur, I’m always game to try a new workout. Reformer Pilates is typically my go-to, but in the name of science, I decided to give Pilates exercises at home a try.

If January has you feeling frazzled rather than fired up, somatic Pilates offers a refreshing approach to movement. Instead ...

Starting position: Lie on your back with knees bent, feet hip-width apart, arms by your sides. Movement: Inhale to prepare. Exhale, and tilt your pelvis. Slowly lift your hips off the mat, creating a ...

When Joseph Pilates developed what he first called Contrology in the early 20th century, there were no dedicated studios or intimidating contraptions. There wasn't even a reformer yet. (That came ...

Pilates reformers also come in two different types: classical and contemporary. The main difference between the two is that ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images After taking a class with a friend just over a year ago, Pilates has been a ...

Whether in the studio or at home, on the reformer or on the mat: Pilates is the ultimate workout for strength and flexibility ...

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