A strong core isn’t about aesthetics—it’s the foundation for a healthy spine, confident movement, and lifelong mobility.

Lower back pain is a common issue that affects millions around the world—over 619 million people according to the World Health Organization. Whether your days are spent sitting in one position or ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Our glutes are the powerhouse of our body; they help us walk, climb stairs, ...

Pilates instructor James Shaw shared four simple exercises to alleviate back pain. These moves, including a standing roll down and spine stretch forward, aim to lengthen the spine and provide an ...

Whether in the studio or at home, on the reformer or on the mat: Pilates is the ultimate workout for strength and flexibility ...

Pilates has become the go-to workout for building functional strength and flexibility while being gentle on your joints. In particular, "Core engagement and strengthening are fundamental parts of any ...

Starting position: Lie on your back with knees bent, feet hip-width apart, arms by your sides. Movement: Inhale to prepare.

I started doing Pilates with the goal of learning how to do the splits. I can't do the splits, but I've gained much more — I'm more flexible, and my back pain is healed. I never thought I'd be able to ...

For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a bad back. The feeling – more of a dull ache, less of a burning pain – has plagued me for so long that I’ve adapted to it and accepted that this is just the ...

It’s been 25 years since I last did a Pilates class, and now I’m remembering why I strayed for so long. The movements are ...

A physio-based Pilates instructor explains how chair Pilates works, who benefits most, and how often to do it safely ...