Six guiding principles structure any Pilates workout, as well as enriching everyday activities.

Jun 12, 2009 - Elisabeth Marshall

Even a basic Pilates workout can get you back into shape, tighen your abdominals and help with any back problems after pregnancy.

Feb 15, 2009 - Fiona Wilkinson

Proper breathing is essential to any Pilates routine. Although we breathe automatically, the way we breathe is a habit we establish over time via our neurological system.

Feb 25, 2009 - Fiona Wilkinson

Founder Joseph Pilates combined hospital rehabilitation, resistance and strength training and Yoga breathing techniques to create what we know as "Pilates".

Dec 21, 2007 - Alicia King

Pilates studios are operating in a tough marketplace. Stiff competition and a faltering economy are to blame. Make your Pilates studio one that succeeds.

Feb 8, 2010 - Christine Harmon

Even seasoned exercisers can find Pilates an intimidating sport at first. However, anyone can learn the necessary skills to enjoy an effective Pilates workout.

Dec 15, 2009 - Christine Harmon

A common cue in Pilates is to "wrap" the thighs or buttocks. What does it mean?

Apr 30, 2009 - Elisabeth Marshall

Choosing the school that's best for you will help make your Pilates teaching career as stress-free and satisfying as possible.

Apr 9, 2009 - Elisabeth Marshall

Science Writer, Marcia Stone is interviewed by Si Ming Man, from the Department of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Cambridge in the U.K. in 2010.

Apr 16, 2010 - Marcia Stone

Pilates instructors are sticklers for an abdominal scoop that doesn't "pop" outwards.

Aug 21, 2009 - Elisabeth Marshall

With the explosion of pilates workout DVD's in the market, you can chose one suited to your preferences and fitness level.

Sep 23, 2010 - Summer Klein

New York City based STOTT Pilates trainer to the trainers Tara Chauvin-Gregorio reveals what it is like to be an Instructor Trainer and what it takes to become one.

Dec 20, 2009 - Christine Harmon

Pilates' focus is on the core to build abdominal strength. Pre-natal classes are ideal if pregnant. Otherwise always inform the teacher for necessary modifications.

Jan 30, 2010 - Amy Andersen

These basic Pilates exercises take only minutes to do, and they build effective strength.

Jul 21, 2009 - Elisabeth Marshall

Along with the mat, the Reformer is the main piece of equipment used in the Pilates method - its use makes up a big part of a typical studio workout.

Jul 21, 2009 - Elisabeth Marshall

What's in a breath? Pilates focuses on breathing because it enables participants to perform exercises properly. Good technique also yields strong respiratory muscles.

Mar 23, 2010 - Christine Harmon

Apart from excellent teaching skills and techniques, running your own Pilates business requires a few advertising and marketing skills.

Apr 14, 2009 - Fiona Wilkinson

Pilates helps strengthen and lengthen muscles. It promotes agility and balance. It can also be practiced as part of an overall weight loss strategy.

Feb 26, 2010 - Christine Harmon

Pilates exercises are designed to develop muscles, just as strength training programs are. However, in Pilates, focus is on form first, then loading the muscles.

Oct 22, 2009 - Christine Harmon