A Peloton instructor shares the best beginner Pilates exercises and how to do them, plus the benefits of Pilates.

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Annabel Luke, founder of Pilates By Bel, says she regularly incorporates resistance bands into her workouts to increase the intensity. We asked Luke to share her favorite resistance band exercise for ...

"If you've been doing Pilates for a while, a single-leg stretch may feel manageable," she says. "But if you add a resistance band around your feet, it will add an extra challenge for your core ...

But if you are curious about the basics, it is possible to try Pilates out at home without any equipment. Focus on form, not speed. Rounds: Do two rounds all the way through with a 30 second rest ...

Pilates focuses on small ... This move is similar to the single leg stretch, but this time you'll straighten both legs. Lying ...

Pilates is arguably one of ... Stand tall with one hand resting lightly on a chair for support Engage your core and lift your leg up to the side with your knee bent and toes pointed, keeping ...

Alternate lifting one leg off the floor as high as you can but not past shoulder height ... but there are things you can do to tweak your technique and make them a little more accessible. For example, ...

"A weak core can lead to imbalances in the body, poor posture and injury, often in the lower back, so this area must remain strong." That's why Pilates is one of the best core exercises to do at home.

Pilates works ... position and bring one knee into the chest, hugging it with your arms. Keeping your lower back imprinted on the mat, swap legs by bringing your straight leg in to your chest ...