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   <title>About.com Pilates: What's Hot Now</title>
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      <description>These articles that had the largest increase in popularity over the last week</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:07:10 +0000</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Many Reps to Do?]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/faq/f/exercise-reps.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Find out why the Pilates method does fewer exercise repetitions but still builds strength. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pilates&#039; Return to Life Book]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/buyingequipmentetc/gr/Return-to-Life.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Joseph Pilates' book, Return to Life Through Contrology is essential Pilates reading. In it, Joseph Pilates writes about the philosophy of the Pilates method and gives instructions for Pilates mat exercises, including pictures.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Shoulder Bridge]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesmat/tp/Shoulder-Bridge.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Shoulder bridge is an advanced Pilates exercise, but it can be developed in stages. Pilates shoulder bridge is a good workout for the abdominal muscles and hamstrings. Here are the exercise instructions, along with notes for developing shoulder bridge skills.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Seal]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesmat/ss/Seal_2.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Seal is a fun and challenging pilates mat exercise. Seal is quite an abdominal workout in that it is a rolling exercise that requires a lot of core strength in order to control the movement. This is part of the free pilates exercise series at About.com. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Review: The Shu - Pilates Shoe]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/buyingequipmentetc/gr/Pilates-Shoe.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[The Shu is a non-slip shoe for Pilates and yoga that is as flexible as a sock. Read a review of this Pilates and yoga shoe.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[be present Clothing Review]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/buyingequipmentetc/gr/BePresentRev.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Environmentally friendly fabrics and casual, hip styles go a long way toward recommending be present exercise clothes for Pilates or yoga. Read my review.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Standing Pilates]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesforeverybody/a/StandingPilates.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Find out what standing Pilates is, how to learn standing Pilates exercises, and about standing Pilates teacher certification. ]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Neck Pain in Pilates]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/faq/a/Neck-Pain.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Why do some people have neck pain when they do Pilates? Get tips for overcoming neck pain when you do Pilates.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Powerhouse]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesterms/g/Powerhouse.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[The center of your body, the area between your bottom ribs and the top of your pubic bone, is your powerhouse. It includes the abdominals and the lower back. ]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Weight Loss with Pilates ]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesroutines/tp/Weight-Loss-Tips.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Tips for weight loss with Pilates. How you can use Pilates as part of your weight loss program.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[ Pull Ups on the Cadillac]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesforeverybody/ig/Advanced-Pilates-Pics/Pull-Ups.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Enjoy this photo gallery of advanced Pilates pictures. Take a look at what core strength can really do.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Design Your Exercise Program ]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesforeverybody/tp/CreateAWorkout.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn how to design your own exercise workout. Whether you do Pilates or other exercise, you can learn to make a safe, effective workout program.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Reclined Spine Stretch Twist]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/backstretchandstrength/ht/back-stretch-twist.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[This gentle twist exercise can be used a a lower back stretch before or exercise or after. Use back stretches to increase flexibility and help relieve back pain.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[3 Plank Exercise Variations]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesmat/ss/Plank-Variations_3.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Side plank, as we do it in Pilates, is a more challenging exercise than regular or dolphin arm plank. It is a less stable position requiring more shoulder and arm strength. Get exercise instructions for side plank.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[One Leg Circle with  Band]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/exercisebands/ht/LegCircleBand.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[One Leg Circle is a core strength tester. It tones and stretches the thighs and deepens the engagement of the core muscles.  ]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Are You Ready to Teach Pilates]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/becomingandinstructor/a/Teacher-Quest_2.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Are you ready to become a Pilates teacher? These questions will help you decide if Pilates instructor certification is right for you. Includes links to Pilates certification programs.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Open Leg Rocker]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesmat/ss/OpenLegR.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[This Pilates mat exercise develops core strength as it challenges the strength and control of the abdominal muscles. Open leg rocker stimulates the spine and encourages full breathing. These instructions are part of a series of free sample Pilates exercises at pilates.about.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Workout Smoothie Recipe]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesforeverybody/ht/Fitness-Shake.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[How to make a smoothie, with fruit, protein, and vitamin supplements for your pre-workout health shake. Cory Holly, health and fitness expert, gives us his smoothie recipe.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ Grasshopper on the Ladder Barrel]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesforeverybody/ig/Advanced-Pilates-Pics/Grasshopper-400.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[In these Pilates photos, see what strength and flexibility in exercise looks like. Enjoy this photo gallery of advanced Pilates moves.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mermaid]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesmat/ss/Mermaid_3.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Mermaid side stretch lengthens and opens the side body, it engages the scapula in the back, and it connects your stretch all the way through center. Use Mermaid as a gentle warm up or a more intense stretch later in your routine. This exercise is one of the free sample Pilates exercises at pilates.about.com.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Art of Teaching Pilates]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/becomingandinstructor/a/Pilates-Instructor-Training-Segel.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Get an in-depth look at Pilates, Pilates Instructor Training and the issue of Pilates certification in this compelling interview with Pilates Instructor, Rachel Segel, of The Pilates Center in Boulder, CO.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Sexy Body Workout DVD]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/dvdandvideo/gr/sexy-body.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Pilates DVD review of Sexy Body Workout - Pilates with Weights from Jonathan Urla, founder of Yogilates. ]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Knee Folds on the Ball]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesexercises/ht/Knee-fold-ball.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Done on the exercise ball, this fundamental Pilates move has an added core strength and balance challenge. Try knee folds on the exercise ball.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Magic Circle]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesterms/g/MagicCircleTerm.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[The Pilates Magic Circle is a ring, about 13 inches in diameter, that is used to provide resistance for exercise.]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Magic Circles]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/buyingequipmentetc/bb/BuyExRing.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Pilates magic circles, also known as exercise rings, magic rings, fitness circles, and many other like descriptions are small pieces of Pilates exercise equipment. They are great for toning the abs, arms, butt, legs and torso. Here are some things to consider before you buy a magic circle. ]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Roll Over]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesmat/ss/RollOver_3.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Roll over is all about control. Add roll over to you Pilates workout -- you'll get a good stretch for your back and hamstrings and work your abdominals very well in the process.&#10;]]></description>
            <category>health</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Neutral Pelvis]]></title>
            <link>http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesterms/g/NeutralPelvis.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Neutral Pelvis and neutral spine are important reference points for Pilates exercises.]]></description>
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