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I’m a ballet dancer and these are three Pilates moves I swear by for toning my legs

As a lifelong ballet dancer, I have always had a strong core and legs. Then, during the pandemic, when studios closed, I needed a way to maintain my strength and flexibility. I implemented a few ...
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A Pilates instructor says this ballet-inspired workout will help you develop the balance, strength and flexibility of a dancer—I put it to the test

I spent most of my teenage years in a dance studio, and while I hung up my ballet shoes 10 years ago, dance-inspired workouts always excite me, because I know that dance training is one of the best ...
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Ballet Helped This Mother and Daughter Bond — and Bring Strength to Others Who Needed It: 'The Profound Impact Is Unbelievable'

Elizabeth and Susan Jacobson realized that adding ballet movements into older women's daily routines would be impactful on their health and bring them joy as well Courtesy Susan Jacobson It was in ...
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Build Strength and Flexibility Like These Ballet Dancers

You may have zero aspirations to perform a split while leaping in the air, but you can still benefit from training like a dancer. Dancers are a unique blend of artist and athlete, and ballet is one of ...

I’m a Trainer and Here Are 5 Standing Exercises That Help Build Thigh Strength After 60

Certified trainer Jarrod Nobbe, CSCS shares 5 standing exercises that build thigh strength faster than lunges after 60.