This Pilates Mat class is focused on the hips.  We will use a mini ball, a thigh band, and a chair/support to create these exercises.  Starting after the warm up, we will alternate between sidelying hip abduction exercises and prone bird-dog variations.  There will be floor exercises and those in...

This 30 minute Pilates routine is packed with classic Pilates Mat exercises designed to work th hips, thighs, and core using the magic circle. This resistance tool can add challenge to many of the common motions as spinal flexion, hip abduction, and trunk rotation to name a few. By placing the ...

Thirty minutes of traditional mat Pilates exercises is followed by a full body strength training routine in this fusion class. The first half of the class includes the Pilates: One Hundred, Roll-Up, Roll-Over, Single Leg Circle, Rolling Like a Ball, Single Leg Stretch, Double Leg Stretch, Spine ...

There is a logic to the exercises that belong to the classic Pilates series, which is a bodyweight workout. The addition of small props can add some purposeful resistance to these targeted core exercises.

In the first segment, experience weighted crunches and roll-ups to help you to focus on ...

The goal of this workout is hypertrophy/growth of the muscles of the trunk and spine. We will accomplish this with a high repetition routine using resistance that allows us to engage or "squeeze" our muscles for better contractions. The goal is to train the abdominal, shoulder, back, and hip ar...

In this Yoga and Pilates fusion class, practice six different combinations each choreographed for their similarity in joint motion and muscle recruitment. See how the moving eccentric-concentric focus of the chosen Pilates exercises actually enhances our ability to stay strong with increased jo...

This core strengthening Pilates routine is designed to not only train our available joint ranges, but to use our muscles to keep joints from moving in the process. We will use a sponge ball in this routine as a prop to help facilitate the movements.

This workout begins in standing with some hig...

This workout showcases many of the classic Pilates mat exercises that target the lower body using nothing but bodyweight, high reps, and high effort in order to hypertrophy and "tone" the legs.  

We will start with a standing warm-up, then move to the floor for several sidelying hip exercises.  ...

This lower body and core workout combines the isometric muscle contractions of yoga with eccentric and concentric muscle contractions of pilates to target the core, hips, and legs. These are some of the most effective muscle strengthening exercises for the total body.

See how Yoga and Pilates...

The Pilates Magic Circle, or RIng is a very versatile tool, fitting comfortably inside and outside the legs, arms, and trunk. In this class, we will practice several creative variations of traditional Pilates mat exercises to strengthen the inner and outer thigh regions. Many of the positions w...

This express Pilates workout using the stability ball workout will add a lot of variety and fun to your Pilates mat exercises.

We begin in a seated position, warming up with some spinal mobility exercises. The ball will get you off the floor to make the hips and low back feel more comfortable. ...

If you are looking to build muscle while working your core, this workout incorporates free weights into your mat Pilates routine. Dumbbells can help add a challenge to your limbs and your core so that you get even better results in the time you have available.

As we flow through many of the e...

The Pilates Magic Circle, or RIng, is a very versatile tool, fitting comfortably inside and outside the legs, arms, and trunk. In this workout, we will practice many variations of Pilates mat exercises using the ring in a full-body workout.

See how the ring offers resistance, variety, and uni...

Creative Pilates Mat routine incorporating the sponge ball to offer support, resistance, and creativity to target what Joseph Pilates called "The Powerhouse". Improving the mobility and strength of the trunk, hips, and shoulder muscles for better posture and improved joint stability are the goal...

Joseph Pilates, the founder and creator of the Pilates system, knew that there was a mind-body-spirit connection to properly execute the original 34 exercises. "Contrology" is the name that is associated with classic Pilates. The movements were based on the principles of Breathing, Control, Con...

Working with the stability ball can help develop overall control and strength of the core, increase balance and stability, improve spinal mobility, and enhance postural awareness. See how the stability ball, originally used for spinal rehab, can enhance many classic Pilates Mat exercises. A Pil...

Enjoy some of the most effective Pilates Core exercises using the Pilates sponge ball (mini ball) for resistance. This workout begins on the floor and progresses to standing exercises using a support to assist with balance. This 60 minute routine is appropriate for all levels, focusing on trun...

In this core workout, the magic circle and sponge ball are used to strengthen the hip musculature for improved range of motion. These exercises are adapted from the original 34 Pilates Mat exercises.

The Power House was not only a way to describe the abdominal and back muscles, but muscles ...

This is a 30 minute pilates workout to strengthen and stabilize the knee joint. The exercises will focus on the importance of proper knee alignment and knee tracking as well as building strength in all the muscles that support the knees. These include exercises for the lower leg muscles, upper l...

This Pilates class will address not only the typical spinal positions that we train for abdominals and spinal erectors, but also for the deep cope muscles. We will address pelvic floor dysfunction, which is the inability to correctly relax and coordinate your pelvic floor muscles. When we strain...

The "Flow" principle of Pilates is that we are to move from one exercise to the next with ease, grace, and fluidity. Joseph Pilates said that the energy of an exercise connects all body parts and flows through the body in an even way.

Using bodyweight only, this workout starts with a power yog...

The Pilates Magic Circle, or RIng is a very versatile tool, fitting comfortably inside and outside the legs, arms, and trunk. In this class, we will practice several creative variations of traditional Pilates mat exercises to strengthen lower body and core muscles. You will see how the ring off...

Experience a bone-loading Pilates-inspired resistance training exercises that are themed in trunk and hip rotation. We begin the workout with a breath-centered warm up to set our intention and lower stress, as chronic stress negatively affects our bone health. As we move through seated, supine,...

In the traditional 34 Pilates Mat exercises, the abdominal and back musculature is targeted in many floor exercises. In this workout, see how the addition of the Pilates Sponge Ball can add so much to your exercise routine. Experience resistance challenges, leverage challenges, joint support an...