Back Off! Chest Expansion with a Theraband


Updated 10/12/08 8:06 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Back Off! Chest Expansion with a Theraband

Here's another Back OFF! video for you to check out and do. This is a classic Pilates exercise done with a theraband so hopefully you or your gym has one for you to use. You can also try it with 2 or 3 pound hand weights. You should do 2 sets of 10 repetitions. Read more

Breathe Deeply, Improve Your Running


Updated 12/27/11 9:45 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Pilates Breathing Can Help Your Running and Cycling

Breathing. You're doing it right now without even thinking about it. Put a little thought into the action, and you just might find yourself soaring through your next tempo run. When you're going the distance running, swimming, cycling, and even rowing you need to power your muscles with fresh oxygen. To do this, you need to breathe deeply. Unfortunately, most of us are just breathing into our Read more

5 Pilates Moves That Will Get You Ready For Bikini Season


Updated 05/24/11 8:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Pilates Moves That Will Tone You For Bikini Season

Whether you're dancing your way to dropped pounds or making like a ballerina on the barre, there's no end of trendy workouts to try. But one workout that's shown the test of time is Pilates: the exercises are great for toning and targeting muscle groups, which is perfect for upcoming bikini season. And don't be fooled; these exercises will have you sweating! Here are 5-targeted moves to start Read more