As the popularity of Pilates—and those oh-so-Instagram-able reformer classes—has increased over the past few years, so too has the hype surrounding the method’s benefits. (Build long and lean lines!

Here’s what the workout can and can’t do for your fitness. Credit...Eric Helgas for The New York Times Supported by By Danielle Friedman Q: I’ve heard that Pilates can give you long, lean muscles. Is ...

Pilates may seem like a modern-day trend, with contemporary stars of all ages like Martha Stewart, Lady Gaga and Kylie Jenner reportedly swearing by the workout. Yet, it's been around since Joseph ...

The explosion of reformer Pilates videos across social media platforms has sparked intense debate about this century-old exercise method’s ability to build muscle. As fitness enthusiasts increasingly ...

A Pilates ball can take your workout to the next level ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images It’s no secret that Pilates is one of the best types of training out there ...

Step into any Pilates studio and you’ll see lots of specialized equipment, such as bands, rings, and large machines such as the Reformer and chair (these can give you a great workout!). But if you ...

It helps prime your body for heavier lifting.

On an episode of "Good Moves," Brian Spencer of East River Pilates demonstrates an 11-minute inner thigh workout based in Pilates. The inner thighs are not an easy muscle group to target and ...