If you thought you needed to head to the gym to lift heavy weights to strengthen your lower body, think again — this 10-minute Pilates workout can help you sculpt strong legs in just nine exercises.

Following the advice from the instructors, I start off lying flat on my back, making a conscious effort to become aware of my breath (which is how I like to start any Pilates session). I raise my legs ...

Dreaming of a strong, defined core but the gym isn't your thing or you just don't have the time? You're in luck! Pilates is ...

For more at-home Pilates routines — plus meal plans ... Do 10 reps in each direction, then repeat with the other leg. Begin in a tabletop position on your hands and knees.

"You can use the Pilates ring in exercises between your hands, legs, ankles and more to activate smaller muscle groups," says Ross. You can create resistance by pushing in on the ring (like ...