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what parts of the body does Pilates (mat) exercise tone?

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Question by APRYLL: what parts of the body does Pilates (mat) exercise tone?
I have heard several things.
I want to tone my arms, abs, but and thighs. I am not overweight, just a little “loose”.
I am signing up for a Mat Pilates class – does it truly target these areas?

Best answer:

Answer by vegan_lauren
yes! omigosh, the FIRST time i went my arms and butt AND my thighs (yes, the horrible inner thighs!!!) looked and felt toned. i’ve since then lost 60 pounds!!! so, yes, it does =]

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Gaiam Total Body Balance Ball Kit (65cm)

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Gaiam Total Body Balance Ball Kit (65cm)

  • Balance ball workout kit with medium (65 cm) exercise ball
  • Exercises abs, back, glutes, hips, arms, and other muscles
  • DVD workouts designed by fitness expert Tanja Djelevic
  • Comes with a DVD, inflation pump, and resistance band
  • Also available with small (55 cm) and large (75 cm) balls

Gaiam introduces the next evolution of the top selling Balance Ball Beginners kit. The Total Body BalanceBall kit is a refreshed kit that includes the Gaiam anti-burst Balance Ball, 2 complete workouts on 1 DVD and a resistance band and a pump. The new pieceGaiam introduces the next evolution of the top-selling Balance Ball Beginners’ Kit. The Total Body Balance Ball Kit comes with a medium 65-centimeter Gaiam anti-burst balance ball, two complete workouts on one DVD, a pump, and a resistance

List Price: $ 24.98

Price: $ 18.86

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