Abs:  Or abdominals, referring to the muscles in the front of the stomach. They form p . . .
Articulate:  In exercise jargon, this means to differentiate the spinal column one vertebra a . . .
B.E.A.M.:  An acronym denoting the four Pilates Fundamentals that Jillian focuses on in her . . .
Barrels:  The large and small Barrels used in the Pilates Method enhance breathing, develo . . .
Body-Mind Connection:  The state of focusing the mind on the body's movements. To some extent Pilates r . . .
Bootie Camp:  A series of exercises focused on toning the butt.
Breathing 100s:  If you had gone to Joseph Pilates for a lesson half a century ago, this is the f . . .
C Curve:  The torso forms a 'C' shape with concavity in front of the body. . . .
Cadillac:  Also called 'The Rack' or 'Trapeze Table,' this popular piece of equipment is on . . .
Centering:  One of the most important of the six Principles of Pilates, and the main focus o . . .
Chair:  The apparatus helps you to find and strengthen your Powerhouse. It helps to deve . . .
Chin Tucked:  Tucking the chin elongates the muscles in the back of the neck and can provide a . . .
Contrology:  This is name given by Joseph H. Pilates to his series of exercises developed in . . .
Core Strength:  Your core muscles not only include your abdominals, but also your back, pelvic, . . .
First-Generation Teacher:  Refers to any teacher of Pilates who lea . . .
Floor Exercises:  Also called mat class. In these classes, we work on the floor using our own bodi . . .
Foot On The Walk:  A position where the full weight of the foot is balanced on the forefoot only — . . .
Gyrotonics:  Is an exercise system that employs movements found in swimming, yoga, gymnastics . . .
Headlights:  CadillacImaginary headlights that shine out from the front of your pelvic bones. . . .
Hip Belt:  An imaginary belt slung low across your hips, from one pelvic bone to the other. . . .