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I did the Pilates 'roll like a ball' exercise for a week, and my mobility improved in a way I didn’t expect

The Pilates roll like a ball exercise sounds fun, and it really is. How many times, as an adult, have you grabbed one of the best yoga mats and rolled back and forth? Probably not many, and me neither ...

This simple Pilates exercise is worth six regular sit-ups. Here’s why I use it to work on my spinal mobility and deep core strength

According to Joseph Pilates, the founder of the famous movement, one Pilates roll-up is worth six regular sit-ups. This is ...
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I tried Pilates roll-downs every day for a week - and was amazed at how quickly it eased years of stiffness

If there’s one thing about me, it’s that I’m a very willing participant when it comes to trying out an exercise or form of fitness that’s going to make me (and my back, shoulders and neck) feel great.