Pilates is a movement practice that focuses on cores strength, stretching, and breath form.

Try this 15-minute Pilates for beginners flow.

If the session included the classic reformer machine, you were likely surprised and maybe a bit apprehensive.

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The reformer machine is sometimes used in Pilates classes to allow forbroader ranges of motion and frictionless movement.

So, if you are part of the former group, lets break down some basics first.

To begin, De Winter starts on the floor and guides you through a series ofPilates-style-crunches.

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physiotherapist, master Pilates instructor, and founder ofGo Chlo Pilates

Many of De Winters go-to exercises involve core engagement moves like hip thrusts, crunches, and leg-lifts.

It doesnt matter so much when exactly youre breathing as long as you are making sure youre doing it.

Grab a mat and some comfortable clothes, and let De Winter guide the way.

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