New York Magazine

I Tried the Stakt Mat

Last summer, when I spoke to fitness instructors about the best Pilates mats, the brand Stakt — known for its workout mats ...

Meet the women reforming Pilates: 4 instructors and studios to know

Because the practice really is for everyone ...

7 wellness secrets Meghan Markle swears by

Meghan Markle champions a holistic wellness approach, prioritizing home-cooked meals and Megaformer Pilates for physical ...
body+soul

Is Pilates for teens the next big thing?

Promoting strength, mobility and body awareness amongst young people navigating the treacherous waters of puberty, Pilates has become a go-to for exercise amongst teens. Here’s why it’s a great thing.
Bates College

Bates announces Stoddard Fitness and Well-Being Center and athletics facilities upgrades

Bates is embarking on a $45 million project to update two key athletic facilities and construct a new fitness and well-being center. A gift of $10 million from Jon W. Brayshaw ’90, P’25 and Jocelyn ...

Not squats or lunges — I do this simple Pilates exercise 3x a week to strengthen my glutes and hamstrings, build deep core stability and reduce lower back pain

By working on the glutes and core, you’ll protect your lower back from injury and improve the alignment of your hips. This ...

A 63-year-old Pilates teacher says this eight-minute mobility routine will reduce stiffness, boost flexibility and keep you supple as you age

They are common side effects of inactivity, says Portia Page, Pilates teacher, author and Balanced Body educator. The 63-year ...

I’m a personal trainer: I've been adding frog pose into my routine to help fix my low back pain and build hip stability

Frog pose releases tight hips and can ease symptoms of sciatica when performed properly; here's how to do it, and the benefits.