You’d probably recognize the Pilates reformer even if you’ve never used one. It’s a hulking machine that consists of a sliding carriage rigged with springs, bars and straps. On this apparatus, you lie, kneel, stand and sit to create a balanced body and strong core — or “powerhouse,” as creator Joseph Pilates called it. The…
“Pull in the abs!” A little phrase that might be called a Pilates chant, yet it is so misunderstood. Pulling the abdominals in is fundamental to the Pilates method of exercise. It is a technique that is promoted in physical therapy settings, in strength training, and to some degree throughout the fitness world as a…
If you have found yourself reading this, it is because you are interested in your personal well-being and longevity, or the health of someone close to you. Congratulations on taking this step to learning more about antioxidants and their incredible benefits. Why Antioxidants? Let’s firstly begin with why we need antioxidants. Each day our body…
Many cyclists’ main performance concern is optimising their power-to-weight ratio, increasing their VO2 max or developing explosive speed. But what about an activity that develops core strength, stability and motion control? Could pilates be a worthwhile addition to your training? Pilates was developed by German gymnast Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century as a…
You don’t get shoulders like Sandra’s by eating bon bons all day. The actress told InStyle that whenever she’s in LA, she makes a point to take Pilates classes. She also relied on the workout when she wanted to get in shape for her roles; the idea was to look strong, but also keep a…
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