Lea Michele Pilates Photos in New Orleans

It's a Trap

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The machine's namesake, "trapeze," is hanging from the top of bars and Lea Michele is putting it to good use for some serious stretching. But this contraption is also affectionately called the Cadillac because it has so many cool attachable accessories.

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Getting (Upside) Down

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These fuzzy loops are just one of the accessories you can use on the Cadillac. And think how fun it is to hang upside down — very! And it's good to for boosting your mood; Lea Michele says hanging out upside down has "great benefits for energy and blood flow!"

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Pilates Will Reform Your Plank

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Doing a side elbow plank on the Reformer is no joke! Lea Michele says of her costar and workout buddy: "Only @emmaroberts could make working out this hard so much fun! Love you lady! So happy we are here on this adventure together!"

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Challenge Your Balance

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We agree! Working out with a friend is a great motivation. And having someone lovely to look at helps your balance too. Another reason to bring a friend and turn your private session into a duet.

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A New Way to Step Up

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Lea Michele is all about trying the different Pilates machines, and the Wunda Chair is great for toning the butt. This is a great variation on step-ups. It takes balance and poise to do this exercise without holding on to something.

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A Barrel of Fun

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We all know Pilates works your abs, and at the end of the session it feels so good to stretch them out on the Barrel. This piece of equipment is so great for increasing your flexibility.

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