How do I know which Pilates workout is right for me?

Posted December 30th, 2008

Lubsy asked: I’m looking for a Pilates workout video, but there are SO many options! How do I know what’s right for me? Here are my details:
- 5′7″ female, 180 lbs
- Want to tone and strengthen, but also lose weight
- Definite Pilates beginner, but I want advanced options too
- Don’t own any Pilates [...]

Where can I find free pictures or diagrams of yoga and pilates positions?

Posted December 28th, 2008

h n asked: I’m trying to find pictures and diagrams of positions for yoga and pilates, possibly also with instructions. It would be even better if they could all be on the same webpage for easy printing. All answers are appreciated. Thanks!Daisy Craver

Technorati Tags: Easy Printing, Yoga And Pilates, Yoga Positions

How to properly size a Pilates Ball?

Posted December 26th, 2008

TC_AstroDad asked: I’m looking to get a Pilates ball to use as a chair at my computer desk. I’m rather tall at 6′4″ have a 36″ inseam and weigh 260. The 75cm I’ve seen at the local $Mart seems too small, and have not found any balls in person larger than that size making it [...]

What does it mean to exercise using pilates?

Posted December 23rd, 2008

shamrok asked: Do pilates also strengthen muscles or is it mostly mental? I want to become stronger, faster, more explosive and better conditioned. Someone recommended pilates for men, but I’m not sure what it means. Would pilates help me achieve those goals? or is it more of a yoga type of [...]

How long will it take me to lose weight doing pilates and stationary bike?

Posted December 21st, 2008

gnatbug asked: I’m 28 years old with three children under my belt. I’m at 140 right now and my goal is to be 120. I’m not overweight being that I’m 5′7 but I’m not in that great of shape and miss being small and petite. Could some aerobics with the pilates do [...]

Is there a limit to how many times a week one should practice Pilates?

Posted December 19th, 2008

Megs Golightly asked: I love doing Pilates. As a former ballet dancer, it is a way to retain my flexibility and lean muscles. I have heard warnings, though, that practicing Pilates too often can cause the abdominal muscles to overly form and cause the stomach to look larger because of the muscle. I’m just curious– [...]

How many minutes of pilates should I do?

Posted December 17th, 2008

??? asked: I am wanting to put pilates in my work out routine. I do 45 minutes of cardio a day and was going to start doing pilates, but how many minutes of it should I do? I planned on doing it 5 days a week after I do my cardio. Also, anyone who has [...]

What kind of results have you achieved from Pilates?

Posted December 14th, 2008

Mischa asked: I have never done Pilates (I have read up on it a little). Does this really help in body toning? For those that partake in this activity, how often do you do it and what body parts have you noticed results in?Kristy Pryor

Technorati Tags: Body Parts, Body Toning, Pilates

What cloting and footwear should i wear for Yoga and Pilates?

Posted December 13th, 2008

Southern Belle asked: Hey! Im going to go to a yoga class tonight i’ve not been before so just wondering what i should wear. Also going to start pilates so also wondering what i should wear. Are trainers good for your feet?? Im told that i need to wear warm clothes as well??
Also im doing [...]

I work out and am trying to gain some muscle will pilates or yoga be good?

Posted December 9th, 2008

redsox311 asked: I’m a 20 yr old male 165lbs 5′11. I am in pretty good shape, play a bunch of sports like baseball and hockey. I’m interested in getting in the best shape I can while putting on some muscle. I am looking into taking a pilates or yoga class. Are there any positives or [...]