Fitgurú on MSN

Forget sit-ups: These 3 classical Pilates moves transformed my core strength and spinal health

Stop wasting time on endless crunches that strain your neck. Transitioning to the "Contrology" method targets deep stabilizing muscles for a resilient, pain-free body.

Not sit-ups or lunges — I use this simple Pilates exercise to sculpt strong obliques, inner thighs and hip stabilizers

Squeeze your inner thighs together and lift both legs towards the ceiling, controlling the movement with your obliques — the muscles that run along the side of your abs. Pause at the top, then lower ...
Woman & Home on MSN

I'm a Pilates instructor - this 15-minute workout strengthens the core without a single sit-up

Sit-up and crunches be gone - just 15 minutes of Pilates can build up core strength, and improve mobility and flexibility ...

Forget planks: This one move transformed my core strength (and it’s not sit-ups)

Say goodbye to sit-ups and crunches, do this instead.
Tom's Guide

Can just 15 minutes of Pilates strengthen your core? I put it to the test

Workouts Not sit-ups, planks, or crunches: I do this simple Pilates exercise every single day to build a strong and stable core and work on my hip flexor mobility Fitness ‘I’m a Pilates teacher and ...