You remember the scene — that one in Sex and the City when Richard's assistant walks in on Samantha in the shower. He jumps back — aghast — and responds with a simple, "Wow." Samantha shrugs, ...

What do you need for the ultimate Pilates ring workout? If you’ve daydreamed of owning a Pilates machine but can’t justify the expense or space, explore a Pilates ring. This workout targets and ...

DAYS UNTIL THE WEDDING: 74 Wake up, work out, eat, sleep...wake up, work out, eat, sleep...ever feel like a workout robot? I do. The second I start to feel like I'm coasting through my routine, I ...

If this year could be defined by one exercise, I'd say it's safe to call it the year of Pilates. And if you're a fan of the low-impact workout, you've probably already heard of Pilates rings. Commonly ...

There’s no denying the many (many) benefits that come with practicing mat Pilates. First off, this low-impact form of fitness can enhance your core strength, give your flexibility a boost, and improve ...

A stable, stronger body equals a better body. “Stability refers to your body's ability to maintain control and balance during movement, and it can help prevent injuries by teaching it to move ...

I've daydreamed of ordering a reformer — but, my wallet and the square footage of my apartment agree that there are more realistic Pilates tools I can use for effective, joint-friendly workouts at ...

Since I started exclusively working out at home three years ago, my collection of fitness equipment has grown to include ankle weights, dumbbells, jump ropes and kettlebells. One of my more recent ...

If you’re vacationing in Margate, Ventnor, or even Atlantic City this summer, don’t let your time away from the gym stall your workouts. Debra Mazda of South Philly-based ShapelyGirl Fitness is ...

While my beloved barre classes are very much influenced by Pilates, the mat Pilates classes I’d taken in the past have always left me disappointed. I never felt like I was getting much of a workout.