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Misty Lynne Cauthen unpacks the powerful "Rotating Armpit" cue on the Mat to refine shoulder mechanics and unlock upper body freedom.

Misty Lynne Cauthen breaks down Teaser on the Mat with a clear, supportive system designed for real success.

Jun 11, 2026

Demystifying Teaser

Elizabeth Larkam reveals fresh pathways of abdominal connection using the Bravo Reformer in this focused tutorial.

May 22, 2026

Create Connections

Elizabeth Larkam

Tutorial

10 min

Elizabeth Larkam Pilates

Reformer w/Box

Misty Lynne Cauthen explores differentiation on the Mat, revealing how ease and precision transform the way you teach and move.

May 21, 2026

Cueing Differentiation

Elizabeth Larkam shares her refined approach to teaching Reformer Cardio with clarity, strategy, and depth.

May 08, 2026

Finesse Reformer Jump Board

Elizabeth Larkam

Tutorial

10 min

Elizabeth Larkam Pilates

Reformer (No Box)

Lesley Logan dissects the Teaser exercise with clear demonstrations of proper setup, including strap angle, box placement, and equipment options.

Dec 25, 2025

Mini Deep Dive: Teaser

Lesley Logan explores the Rowing Series, highlighting how to build upper body strength while requiring core control and proper breath technique.

Jan 15, 2026

Mini Deep Dive: Rowing

Join Brent Anderson as he discusses movement in different planes while emphasizing that the distribution of motion equals the distribution of force.

Jan 29, 2026

Spine Pathologies Lab

Lesley Logan breaks down knee stretches with precision, highlighting proper setup and common mistakes to elevate your practice.

Dec 11, 2025

Mini Deep Dive: Knee Stretch

Join Maria Leone for a tutorial that breaks down precise hand and feet positioning for effective four-point Pilates exercises.

Nov 27, 2025

Mastering Four-Point Flows

Join Niedra Gabriel for a tutorial that enhances your connection to the latissimus dorsi and trunk muscles using tennis balls and a dowel.

Sep 10, 2025

Improve Grip Strength/Stability

Join Niedra Gabriel for a focused tutorial that reveals key techniques to keep your hips healthy and mobile.

Aug 21, 2025

Improve Hip Flexibility/Strength

Join Lesley Logan for an insightful tutorial that explores how to set up your studio Reformer to more closely resemble a classical Reformer setup.

Dec 26, 2024

Classical Reformer Setup

Karen Sanzo breaks down essential quadruped exercises to help teachers and students maximize their effectiveness and benefits.

Jun 19, 2025

Creating Connections in Quadruped

Join Karen Sanzo for a quick, informative tutorial that unlocks the versatile potential of the wedge in your Pilates practice.

Jun 26, 2025

3 Ways to Use the Wedge

Join Lesley Logan for an insightful Pilates class focused on mastering Eve's Lunge.

Dec 12, 2024

Mastering Eve's Lunge

Join Amy Havens for an enlightening tutorial focused on mastering the elephant exercise, a fundamental movement in the Pilates repertoire.

Dec 19, 2024

Round vs Flat Elephant

Amy Havens

Tutorial

1 min

Pilates Conservatory®

Reformer (No Box)

Join Amy Havens for an informative turotial focused on mastering the Short Spine exercise on the Reformer.

Dec 19, 2024

Tips to Teach Short Spine

Amy Havens

Tutorial

1 min

Pilates Conservatory®

Reformer (No Box)

Join Saul Choza in a comprehensive tutorial where he breaks down the Powerhouse into three sections - Lower, Middle, and Upper Powerhouse.

Oct 31, 2024

Understanding Your Powerhouse

Laura Hanlon demonstrates how to use props such as the Magic Circle, Hand Weights, and Overball to support and challenge the body during exercises.

Jun 17, 2024

Incorporating Props

Join Jo Bezzina in a tutorial that incorporates Therabands in a purposeful way to support and enhance your practice.

May 16, 2024

3 Ways To Use A Theraband

Join Tracey Mallett for an in-depth breakdown of the transition from side plank to arabesque from her Cardio Circuit Reformer class.

May 07, 2024

Side Plank to Arabesque

In this tutorial, Sarah Bertucelli provides a comprehensive guide on how to select the appropriate spring tension for your Pilates exercises.

Apr 01, 2024

Choosing the Right Spring For You

Mariska Breland provides you with tools to expand your horizons in this Ladder Barrel tutorial.

Jan 04, 2024

Ladder Barrel Strength

Mariska Breland

Tutorial

15 min

Julian Littleford Pilates

Ladder Barrel

Learn how you can make Tendon Stretch a new favorite exercise with this detailed breakdown by Brett Howard.

Dec 18, 2023

Tendon Stretch Breakdown

Brett Howard

Tutorial

10 min

The New York Pilates Studio®

Reformer (No Box)

Dig a little deeper into Tracey Mallett's Strength and Restore Reformer with this quick tutorial.

Sep 26, 2023

Strength & Restore Breakdown

Take a deep dive into the Total Body Reformer-Barre workout with Tracey Mallett.

Sep 04, 2023

Reformer-Barre Breakdown

Explore what happens when you eliminate extension in the Bird-Dog exercise with this quick tutorial by Karen Sanzo.

Aug 10, 2023

Bird-Dog Exploration

Look at the position of the shoulder blade during the Roll Down phase of the Roll Up in this quick tutorial by Karen Sanzo.

Aug 03, 2023

Roll Down Scapular Position

Dive deeper with Sally Anderson on how to create more optional hydration through your whole body.

Nov 23, 2022

Hydration Overview

Join Jamie Isaac in a few simple foot exercises that can have a major impact on your athletic performance!

Sep 27, 2022

Quick Warm Up for Your Feet

Technique, Knee Stretches, Breakdown

Sep 22, 2021

Knee Stretch Series

Technique, Breakdown, Stomach Massage

Sep 17, 2021

Stomach Massage Series

Technique, Alignment, Footwork

Equipment, Set-Up, Adjustments, History

Core Dynamics® Pilates

Mixed Equipment

Carrie Macy and Amy Havens demonstrate a few of the differences between Balanced Body and Gratz Reformers.

Mar 07, 2014

Balanced Body vs Gratz

In this tutorial, Kevin Bowen shares a few variations that work well for men, especially when they are new to Pilates.

Core Dynamics® Pilates

Reformer (No Box)

Kevin Bowen offers up some options for men (and women) who may need a assistance with som...

Dec 20, 2012

Stretching Tips for Men

Kevin Bowen

Tutorial

15 min

Core Dynamics® Pilates

Mat

Better posture means better health. Ed Botha shows ways to help keep the body upright as ...

Jan 18, 2015

Accessing the Gluteals

Neck Tension, Release, Anatomy, Posture, Functional, Franklin Method

Dec 15, 2019

Healthy Neck and Spine

Alignment, Anatomy, Shoulders, Awareness, Tension, Connections

Dec 22, 2019

Shoulder to Core Connection

Niedra Gabriel hopes that you use this basic introduction to Jump Board tutorial to learn how to utilize it.

Jan 24, 2014

Jump Board Tutorial

Glutes, Engagement, Humor, Clarity

Jun 29, 2018

Engaging the Glutes

Back, Strength, Technique, Alignment, Traditional

Dec 12, 2018

Back Extension Tips

Karen Sanzo returns with another tutorial for those of us who need a little help with the ...

Dec 10, 2012

Roll Up and Roll Over

Grab a pole or a broomstick to help you define the natural curves of the spine.

Jan 20, 2013

Round vs Hinge Spine

In this Shoulder Tutorial, Sarah teaches techniques to fine tune what your hands, forearms...

Jul 12, 2013

Shoulder Tutorial

In this tutorial, which Karen calls "Hello Hamstring," she invites you to take a look at the tightness in your hamstrings.

Sep 27, 2013

Hamstring Tutorial

Karen Sanzo breaks down the plank using the Ladder Barrel, Reformer Box, and Mat. She bui...

Oct 25, 2013

Proficient Plank Tutorial

Amy Havens teaches this tutorial to get more out of your hamstring stretches.

Aug 15, 2014

Active Hamstring Stretch

Amy Havens

Tutorial

10 min

Pilates Conservatory®

Mat

Amy Havens helps you understand the physical sensations behind the shoulder cues that you often hear in classes on Pilates Anytime.

May 11, 2014

Stronger Shoulders Tutorial

Amy Havens

Tutorial

15 min

Pilates Conservatory®

Mat

Sarah Bertucelli teaches a Shoulders, Abs, and Legs Tutorial.

Jun 27, 2014

Shoulders and Abs Tutorial

Ruth Alpert teaches this tutorial to help you understand the right way to contract your abs while doing Pilates.

Jul 11, 2014

Abdominal Tutorial

Ruth Alpert

Tutorial

20 min

Core Dynamics® Pilates

Mat

Michele Larsson teaches this informative tutorial to help you understand tucks and arches.

Jul 25, 2014

Tucks and Arches Tutorial

Michele Larsson

Tutorial

15 min

Core Dynamics® Pilates

Mat

This tutorial from Ruth Alpert will educate you on the difference between belly breathing and rib cage breathing.

Aug 01, 2014

Breathing Tutorial

Ruth Alpert

Tutorial

15 min

Core Dynamics® Pilates

Tutorial

Wendy LeBlanc-Arbuckle teaches this tutorial to help you understand the Teaser on a deeper level.

Rachel Taylor Segal teaches this tutorial on the importance of transitions when performing Pilates exercises.

Aug 22, 2014

Transitions Tutorial

Amy Taylor Alpers teaches this tutorial on how to properly do Squats.

Rebekah Rotstein offers a healthy way to perform back extension without overworking or straining your lower back.

In this tutorial, Rebekah Rostein shows us how we can minimize neck strain to get the most out of each exercise.

Learn how to get your shoulders ready for a Pilates workout in this thorough tutorial with Sharon Gallagher-Rivera.

Oct 17, 2014

Pilates Shoulder Positioning

Sharon G.

Tutorial

25 min

Pilates Education Lab

Mat

What's the difference between and arch and a curl?

Pilates Conservatory®

Reformer w/Box

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