All four exercises hit the same goal: building real-world strength and body control that carry over to everything you do. You’ll need a clear space, a sturdy surface for support, and around 10–15 ...

Start in a side plank position and rest top calf on a bench, chair, couch, or other sturdy knee-height prop. Press into top ...

Below, 17 of the best Pilates core exercises you can do at home—no equipment required! You can pick a few of these Pilates core exercises to do as a warm-up for a workout, Sanchez suggests.