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Woman with Pilates ring between feet performing a v-sit on exercise mat in studio
I build strength and stability using these 3 moves and a 15-minute Pilates workout, and it's beginner-friendly

By Sam Hopes last updated

Try this three-move Pilates ring workout for an all-over burn.

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Mature woman in blue activewear in a reformer Pilates class
A Pilates instructor shares a 6-move routine for over-60s to build balance, mobility and functional core strength

By Sam Hopes Published

Try these six reformer Pilates exercises from a qualified instructor.

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a photo of a woman with strong abs
According to a Pilates instructor, this one exercise flattens your stomach more than 100s of crunches. I gave it a go for a week, and here are my results

By Jane McGuire Published

According to a Pilates instructor, this one exercise flattens your stomach more than 100s of crunches.

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a photo of Margot Robbie and Chrissi Glow
The at-home Barbie Pilates routine: I replicated Margot Robbie’s core workout without a gym

By Jane McGuire last updated

Try these Pilates exercises inspired by Margot Robbie's routine to get in shape for 'Barbie.'

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a photo of a man doing high plank with leg lifts
Forget sit-ups and crunches — I added this abs exercise to my workouts, and my core is still trembling

By Sam Hopes last updated

The three-legged plank and tiger curl exercise is a powerhouse for core, shoulder and hip strength.

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a woman in gym kit lying on a yoga mat
Stop doing 100s of sit-ups to build strong, stable abs. McGill curl-ups are elite, and here's how to do them

By Sam Hopes Published

Here’s everything you need to know about the modified McGill curl-up for building core strength and control.

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a woman holding a yoga mat with strong abs
Not sit-ups or crunches: I saw real results in my core when I swapped them for this simple Pilates ab exercise

By Jane McGuire last updated

Here's why the Pilates dead bug is the ab exercise you should be focusing on, and the progressions to try.

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Glutes workout: Woman performing a glute kickback exercise on her mat outdoors on grass
'Summer glutes' are trending — yoga teacher says bigger glutes could be 'the key to better health,' and these 4 moves are essential

By Sam Hopes last updated

A yoga instructor shares four exercises you can use to strengthen and grow your glutes.

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a woman holding a yoga mat with strong abs
Forget crunches, planks and sit-ups — I use this slow, controlled Pilates exercise to sculpt my internal and external obliques, as well as build deep core strength

By Jane McGuire last updated

Everything you need to know about the Pilates bicycle crunch, and the progressions to try

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Woman standing with hands behind head in blue workout gear against grey background
No burpees or sit-ups — this 10-minute standing Pilates workout strengthens your deep core muscles and is great for your balance

By Nick Harris-Fry Published

Standing Pilates workouts are an effective way to strengthen your whole body and improve your balance and stability, and they’re accessible to all.

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