by admin | Apr 18, 2024 | Core Workouts, Fitness
In a well-rounded Pilates program like XB Pilates, most moves will work your entire body, especially your core. However, there are a couple of standout exercises that have become classics for good reason. One of these is the Pilates teaser, a major core burner you can...
by admin | Mar 21, 2024 | Core Workouts, Fitness
The Pilates roll up is one of those sneaky strength moves. It looks simple and straightforward — you’re sitting up and lying back down. But when executed with proper form and mechanics, this foundational exercise will humble even the most advanced Pilates student....
by admin | Feb 26, 2024 | Core Workouts, Fitness
You’ve heard the term bandied around at the gym, in yoga classes, or maybe even from your personal trainer: “engage your core.” But what does it really mean? Understanding how to engage your core helps not just with workouts but with your daily activities as well. But...
by admin | Dec 28, 2023 | Cardio Workouts, Core Workouts, Fitness, Leg Workouts
Squats are popular for a reason. No matter which variation you choose, they not only help build a stronger lower body, but also fire up your core and increase range of motion when performed correctly. Jumping jacks, too, deserve the esteemed reputation they’ve had...
by admin | Dec 21, 2023 | Core Workouts, Fitness
If you were the MVP of your “crab soccer” team in elementary school, you’re in luck — the crab walk exercise is back. Dust off those crab-walking skills and see how this old-school exercise can give you a great total-body workout. Crab Walk: Step-by-Step Instructions...
by admin | Dec 21, 2023 | Arm Workouts, Core Workouts, Fitness
Ever seen someone at the gym grab a pair of dumbbells off the rack and just… take them for a walk? They’re doing a move called the farmer’s walk exercise — or, more generically, the loaded carry. And there’s more to the move than meets the eye. “The farmer’s walk is...
