I’ve been practicing Pilates for the past decade, and I credit it with getting me to the start line of the six marathons I’ve trained for, as well as rebuilding my core after I gave birth to my son. The magic of Pilates is the deep core engagement that comes with every movement, but if you’re looking to increase the intensity of some of your favorite exercises, you’ve come to the right place.
As a reminder, if you’re a beginner, it’s always best to start with bodyweight exercises to ensure you’ve mastered the correct form. Think about really engaging your core, squeezing your belly button into your spine, or bracing your abdominal muscles, as if you were about to be punched. You’ll still get a great workout doing the bodyweight versions of these exercises.
