Pilates
noun
Pi·la·tes
pə-ˈlä-tēz 
: an exercise regimen that is typically performed on a floor mat or with the use of specialized apparatus and aims to improve flexibility and stability by strengthening the muscles and especially the torso-stabilizing muscles of the abdomen and lower back
Long popular with dancers, Pilates recently has attracted a huge surge of athletes, models, actors and other body-conscious folks.—
Patricia Hagen
Patricia HagenShe does intensive Pilates, deep-muscle floor exercises and stretches.—Cosmopolitan
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In terms of amenities, the room would include high-quality Pilates equipment like reformers and mats, as well as comfortable seating and soft cushions for meditation.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2024
In addition to cardio equipment, weight training, virtual options and dozens of classes including yoga and Pilates, Equinox offers spa services, on-site shops and in some instances juice bars in its upscale fitness clubs.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 1 Aug. 2024
There’s also a daily rotation of fitness classes: Pilates, yoga, meditation, and more.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 July 2024
Put on your non-stick socks for this beginner pilates mat class at Clinging Grace Pilates.
—Laura Barrero, Axios, 25 July 2024
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Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2024
In addition to cardio equipment, weight training, virtual options and dozens of classes including yoga and Pilates, Equinox offers spa services, on-site shops and in some instances juice bars in its upscale fitness clubs.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 1 Aug. 2024
There’s also a daily rotation of fitness classes: Pilates, yoga, meditation, and more.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 July 2024
Put on your non-stick socks for this beginner pilates mat class at Clinging Grace Pilates.
—Laura Barrero, Axios, 25 July 2024
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Pilates
noun
Pi·la·tes
pə-ˈlä-tēz
: an exercise regimen typically performed with the use of specialized apparatus and designed to improve the overall condition of the body
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