"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." What it's best for: Very cushioned, this workout mat is ideal for high-intensity and core workouts in ...

Leoni Jesner is a fitness, health, and lifestyle writer who has contributed to Byrdie and LIVESTRONG.com, among other publications. She is also a personal trainer, mat Pilates instructor, and ...

Home gym equipment, such as dumbbells and yoga blocks, is great, but we often overlook the base needed to make the workout comfortable: exercise mats. If you’re constantly doing at-home workouts, an ...

Being desk bound and sitting all day leads to stiffness and tightness, particularly in our glutes, lower back, hips and shoulders. Regular movement is necessary to counteract this and to help us stay ...

If you want a low-impact, but effective workout that only requires your body and an exercise mat—then you’re really going to like Pilates. There are a few different types of Pilates you can try, ...

Both mat and reformer Pilates offer similar benefits, such as improving your strength and mobility. The type that’s best for you depends on factors like your experience and preference. The German ...