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19 Ab-Sculpting Pilates Moves You Can Do At Home

Published May,30 2018 | By Lisa Jey Davis

With Pilates-style fitness methods popping up all over, you may be wondering what all the fuss is about. Pilates was developed by German physical-fitness specialist Joseph Pilates in the 1920s. In its early years Pilates was used by World War I soldiers and dancers as a way to rehabilitate from injuries.

Lisa Jey Davis is a women's health and fitness professional, Pilates instructor, Lagree Method certified trainer and a yoga instructor. She is also an award-winning writer, whose articles have appeared in "Albuquerque Magazine" and "Mountain Parent Magazine," as well as on numerous online outlets, including The Huffington Post.