Pilates Exercise Videos Tips

Choosing a Pilates Video

Try to get reviews and recommendations from other people and web sites. Obviously one of the best is Amazon.com. It provides tons of good user feedback and reviews. Also, if you work with or know a Pilates instructor ask him/her for a good recommendation.

How to Start Using Your Pilates Video

First, watch the entire video at least once or twice in order to get a 'feel' for the instructor's style and rhythm. Make sure you have a comfortable workout area with a thick rug or a Pilates/Yoga mat (you can find nice ones at MegaFitness.com).

General Tips

- Try to learn the exercise quickly so you don't have to keep looking up at the television. It's much better to be able to just listen to the instructor's voice and follow along by memory.

- Having a friend follow the Pilates video with you makes the experience much more enjoyable. You can also help each other by correcting form and technique mistakes when you see them.

- If you can, find a certified Pilates instructor who can help you perfect your form and technique. It may cost a little bit of money but it will be well worth it if their help prevents you from making easily-correctable mistakes over and over again!

What are the Best Pilates Videos

The videos getting the most attention lately are the Winsor Pilates videos marketed on television and in fitness magazines. Many people are quite happy with the results they've gotten using this system.

Another good one is the Pilates Workout for Dummies video. This is one of the highest rated Pilates videos at Amazon.com.