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Jessica Downey

No crunches needed — tighten your core and build full-body strength in 30 minutes with Pilates and light dumbbells

A woman doing a squat while holding two light dumbbells in her hands.

The New Year is well and truly underway and for many that means new fitness goals are in motion. Whether you want to get stronger, run a half marathon or pick up a new sport, there is one thing that can help you achieve it all and make everyday movement easier. That one thing is a strong core.

You have probably tried the usual core staples such as planks, sit-ups and crunches, but if they don't excite you (I don't blame you), it might be time to switch things up. This full-body Pilates routine from trainer Heather Robertson is a dynamic way to fire up your core while strengthening your whole body.

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