Pilates was the workout of 2024, and we're not expecting it to go anywhere this year. With more and more variations cropping up for us to try (from wall Pilates, to Reformer, to HIIT Pilates and more), I think there's something to be said for bringing it back to basics and focusing on individual Pilates exercises. Don't get me wrong, I love trying a new Pilates workout, but by committing to practising individual exercises, we set ourselves up for better form and stronger foundations down the line.
Take the humble Pilates toe taps, for example. They're a beginner-friendly move that research shows strengthen our core, support our spine, and improve our pelvic stability. So good for us, in fact, that my Pilates instructor told me to practise toe taps daily at home in between classes, to keep my core engaged and abdominal muscles working. She promised I'd reap the benefits by feeling stronger and more stable during class.
