“After 40, you need to pay more attention to core strength, posture, joint mobility, balance and back health in your workouts,” says Rebecca Dadoun, Pilates instructor and founder of Pilates ...

A long-time Pilates devotee, Ruth Langsford has practised the discipline for years to build strength and stability, working closely with Pilates coach Siobhan Lloyd. They now train together regularly.

Introducing your new favourite stretch.

Ditch the heavy weights and discover the five precise movements that top Pilates instructors use to fortify the entire body without the high-impact strain.