Over the past year, we’ve had to learn how to live most of our lives in our own homes. This includes turning your home into your office, relaxation hub, as well as your “gym.” It’s been hard for some, as their usual fitness activities require special equipment, a dedicated space, or a community. Nevertheless, we have learned to mitigate this short-term inconvenience, and more people are working out at home than ever before! Pilates' great thing for an at-home workout is that it does not require any fancy or expensive equipment to start. A yoga or pilates mat works just fine to start! However, maybe you’re dealing with more of a mental blockage. You may feel like it may be too late for you to learn a whole new way to workout at your age and are concerned about it being too hard or painful. Lucky for you, Pilates does wonders for the aging body, and it’s easy on the joints. In this episode, I walk you through just what Pilates is, the benefits, basic principles, and how you can get started. I have even included links to some of my workouts below so you can get started right away!  Click here to listen! Rating, Review & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts "Heike's insights are so helpful in creating a well-rounded, healthy lifestyle. I love all the Pursue Your Spark episodes." <- If that sounds like you, consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more women – just like you – to start healthy and strong midlife. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select "Write a Review." Let me know what you loved most about the episode! If you are not subscribed to the podcast yet, please do so. Be part of the journey, my strong and inspiring guest share, and how they took charge of their destiny. Subscribe now!   Links mentioned in the show:  Spark Fitness Membership Pilates Magic Circle Pilates Mat Is it too late to start Pilates over 50? - Blog Post Here are some of my Pilates workouts for you to try at home! How to Engage the Pilates Powerhouse How to Fire up the Glutes Breathing 8 essential exercises for beginners that include modifications: 100s - Warming up the body Roll up - Strengthen and lengthen the spine Single-Leg Circle -Opening the hips  Rolling Like A Ball - Massaging the spine Single Leg Stretch - Core strengthening  Double Leg Stretch - Core strengthening  Spine Stretch - Stretch your spine Other ways to enjoy this episode: APPLE PODCAST / STITCHER / SPOTIFY / GOOGLE PLAY / iHeartRADIO / AMAZON MUSIC / LISTEN NOTES For more episodes, click here.