Pilates strengthens deep core muscles, including the transverse abdominis and multifidus, which support your spine and may help reduce chronic lower back pain. Five foundational Pilates exercises for ...

A constant back discomfort might make it difficult for you to do your regular tasks smoothly. Working out or lifting heavy ...

Both mat and reformer Pilates offer similar benefits, such as improving your strength and mobility. The type that’s best for you depends on factors like your experience and preference. The German ...

A lot of us struggle with back pain, whether it’s a knot in the shoulder, a tight lower back, kink in the neck, or generalized pain in difficult-to-reach locations. Eighty percent of us will ...

If you feel like all of your friends started taking up Pilates last year, it’s not in your head. There’s no doubt about it: Pilates is growing in popularity. In fact, it was the most booked fitness ...

If you don’t have all the equipment, there are a few simple moves you can do to get a simple workout. If you don’t have all the equipment, there are a few simple moves you can do to get a simple ...

Maggie Donahue is an Associate Editor on Health’s Updates team. Maggie holds an M.S. from the Columbia University School of Journalism and has over seven years of experience in digital media. Pilates ...

If you feel like all of your friends started taking up pilates last year, it’s not in your head. There’s no doubt about it: Pilates is growing in popularity. In fact, it was the most booked fitness ...