Introduction to Pilates - Workout 4 | NHS

Keep safe while staying active. The recommended frequency for this Pilates workout is 2 to 3 times a week. Designed as an introduction to the best online Pilates workouts for beginners, this course offers extremely gentle and slow‑paced classes that are ideal for people who are completely new to Pilates or have a low fitness level. With low‑impact movements, Pilates provides an effective full‑body workout without risking injury, making it suitable for those with conditions or past injuries. The sessions, created in collaboration with fitness experts InstructorLive, range from 10 to 45 minutes. Participants can expect improved fitness, core strength, flexibility, balance, body control, increased muscle tone, and weight loss. For additional free exercise ideas, explore other popular programmes such as the Fitness Studio, the Couch to 5K running plan for beginners, the Strength and Flex podcast, and the 10‑minute workout series.