Find out for yourself why the world has gone crazy for Pilates. Focusing on the body's core muscles, benefiting posture and flexibility, these stylized exercises and movements have grown in popularity. Now, let Gaiam fitness instructor Ana Caban guide you through a beginner's Pilates routine that doubles as a solid cardio workout.

Fusing traditional Pilates mat work with cardiovascular exercises, "Cardio Pilates" will tone and strengthen your body's core muscles, helping you lose weight and increase your energy levels. From roll-ups, stretches and common Pilates poses to leg lifts, lunges and jumping jacks, this whole-body routine can be practiced anywhere, from the gym to your living room.The benefits of "Cardio Pilates" include:

• Focus on core muscles, adding strength and flexibility to the abdominals and back
• Workouts that can be easily incorporated into larger workout plans or yoga, to target different regions of the body
• Versatile routines that don't require a lot of space or expensive equipment
• 28 videos and constant photos providing quick reference, demonstration and added inspiration.