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I Quit Expensive Studio Classes and Started Pilates by Izzy Instead—A Year Later, I'm Never Going Back

Introducing the YouTube Pilates Instructor who transformed the way I work out.

Marie Claire · Aug 13

This Simple Pilates Move Targets Your Glutes, Core and Hips—I Tried It, and Felt Stronger Within a Week

Looking for that slow burn? We've found her.

Marie Claire · May 12

Pilates Bridge Marches Work Your Glutes, Core and Hips - I Tried Them Every Day for a Week, and Wow

Looking for that slow burn? We've found her.

Marie Claire · Mar 25

Everyone's Talking About Posture Walking – So I Tried It for a Week and Honestly? I've Never Felt Taller

One small step for posture, one giant leap for lower back pain.

Marie Claire · Oct 13, 2025

I Tried A 5 Minute Arm Workout With Weights Every Day For A Week - and My Motivation To Keep Going is Stronger Than Ever

Can you really snack your way to a strong upper body?

Marie Claire · Sep 25, 2025

Cult-Favourite Infrared Pilates Studio YOURS Just Arrived in the UK – I Tried a Class and Wow, the Burn

Towels at the ready, people.

Marie Claire · Sep 19, 2025

Tread and Tone Workouts Are Blowing Up on TikTok – so I Tried Them for a Week to Test the Hype

Experts weigh in on the latest viral sensation.

Marie Claire · Sep 4, 2025

I Tried the Notoriously Advanced Pilates Swan Dive Every Day for a Week – and These Tips Transformed My Form

I think this duckling just became a swan...

Marie Claire · Sep 1, 2025

I Tried the Pilates Boomerang, One of the Most Notoriously Difficult Core Moves, Every Day for 7 Days – and Was Humbled

*Moves all fragile objects*

Marie Claire · Aug 17, 2025

I’ve Always Been Nervous Of Headstands In Yoga - But After Practising For A Week, I’m Blown Away By My Progress

Just hanging around, upside down.

Marie Claire · Jul 20, 2025