Are you looking for a total-body workout that is low impact, yet still offers great results? Look no further than Pilates! This exercise system has been around for decades and is a great way to tone and strengthen your entire body without putting undue strain on your joints.
In this blog post, we’ll be exploring seven essential Pilates exercises that you can incorporate into your workout routine to get a full-body workout. With these exercises, you can target all major muscle groups and improve your strength, flexibility and balance.
1. The Hundred: This exercise is great for strengthening the core muscles, increasing flexibility and improving your breathing and concentration. To do this exercise, lie on your back with your legs in tabletop position and your arms by your sides. Inhale deeply and curl your head, neck and shoulders off the floor, then pump your arms up and down for a count of 100.
2. Single Leg Circle: This exercise focuses on strengthening your abdominal muscles and hip flexors. To do this exercise, lie on your back with your legs in tabletop position. Lift one leg up and circle it around in one direction for a count of 10, then reverse directions for another 10.
3. Roll Up: This exercise is great for toning your abs and improving your flexibility. To do this exercise, lie on your back with your arms reaching up towards the ceiling. Inhale and slowly curl up, reaching your arms forward as you roll up. Exhale as you roll back down.
4. Single Leg Stretch: This exercise is great for strengthening your abdominal muscles and improving your balance. To do this exercise, lie on your back with your legs in tabletop position. Inhale, then switch legs, extending one leg out while drawing the other one in towards your chest. Exhale as you switch legs and repeat.
5. Double Leg Stretch: This exercise is great for strengthening your core and improving your coordination. To do this exercise, lie on your back with your legs in tabletop position. Inhale, then extend both legs out and reach your arms up towards the ceiling. Exhale as you draw your legs back in and reach your arms back down.
6. Spine Twist: This exercise is great for toning your abs and improving your posture. To do this exercise, lie on your back with your legs in tabletop position. Inhale, then twist
