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Ain’t nothing like the real thing

picturePilates is crossing all kinds of borders, the latest transition is into a Nintendo Wii game. Hosted by Daisy Fuentes, this interactive program uses the balance board (if you have one) or just the controller.

Fuentes leads you through exercises from Beginner to Advanced and you can customize your own programs and keep track of your progress throughout. But the program is getting mixed reviews — some are impressed and find it a good fit for them, while others find the graphics distracting and the program unrewarding.

If you’re interested in Pilates, this might be a good place to start but nothing can replace the experience of a hands-on instructor with extensive training like those found at The Movement Studio.