The Pilates magic circle is this instructor’s favorite piece of equipment—here’s why she loves it and three exercises to try

Woman holding a Pilates magic circle, a 15-inch diameter ring with handles on opposing sides.

Have you ever come across a video of someone doing Pilates with what looks like a miniature hula hoop?

This piece of equipment is rather dramatically called a magic circle, but can also referred to as a Pilates ring or fitness circle.