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Heck, Pilates even got its moment in the pop culture spotlight with arecent skit on SNL.

Why are so many of us embracing Pilates?

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Pilates is something you might do a little of every day with amazing results, Page says.

Practice truly does make perfector as close to perfect as you’re able to get for that day.

Bringing awareness to breath at the very start can help remind participants to stay with the breath throughout.

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certified health coach, Pilates and fitness instructor, and founder of boutique fitness studioThe Office 954in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Jamie Maitland, certified Pilates instructor

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Keep it slow and controlled

If theres one thing Pilates is not, its a race.

Each movement is meant to be done with proper form and control, according to Maitland.

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How do you know if youre going too fast?

You wont feel the exercise as effectively, Maitland says.

One of the most common mistakes I see is not being focused, Maitland says.

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Pilates is a very cerebral workout and you better be there.

Maitland also is a fan ofPilates ringsto add variety and intensity to workouts.

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certified health coach, Pilates and fitness instructor, and founder of boutique fitness studioThe Office 954in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Woman doing arm exercise without weights while sitting on mat at home.

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