The "core" is a buzzword in Pilates and the fitness industry, but what is it? Explore the multiple definitions, muscles, and functions of the core in Pilates and beyond!  Follow the podcast on Instagram @pilatesstudentsmanual and on the web here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual for the latest!  Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback.  Notes:  Check out Pilates Anatomy by Rael Isacowitz and Karen Clippinger here: *https://bit.ly/RaelPilatesAnatomy*  I misspoke in this episode. I defined ASIS as anterior superior illiac crest, when it is actually the anterior superior iliac spine, which fits the acronym. I was clearly very excited about the core.  Support the podcast:    Boka toothpaste: 15% off of your first order! *http://bit.ly/bokaPTM*  Fabletics activewear: Get your first two pairs of leggings for $24! *http://bit.ly/fableticsPTM*   Kencko smoothies: $10 off your first purchase of this delicious, portable smoothie subscription! *http://bit.ly/kenckoPTM*  Package Free Shop zero waste shopping: $10 off your first order and go green! *http://bit.ly/packagefreePTM*  Ritual multivitamin: $15 off your first month of minty vitamins! First 10 sign ups only! *http://bit.ly/ritualPTM*  Winc wine subscription: $22 off your first order of wine! *https://bit.ly/wincPSM*  Episode Music:  This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policyTrack: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKoFree Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/GizmoTrack: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldEFree Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgoodSupport the show