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The Pilates circle is an excellent tool for stretching the hamstrings. Instructions Lie on your back on a mat or on the floor. Place one foot in the circle, while holding the circle firmly in your hands. Start with your knees slightly bent. Exhale and straighten your knee until you feel a slight stretch in […]

This exercise focuses on the core. Instructions Sit on the mat in a v-sit postion, with your knees straight. Your hands should be in the pockets of the Pilates band and the band should be around your feet. Inhale and pull your navel to your spine. Slowly let yourself roll backwards, keeping your navel pulled […]

This is a great Pilates-style core exercise. Instructions Sit on the mat in a v-sit postion, with your knees bent at approximately 90 degrees. Your hands should be in the pockets of the Pilates band and the band should be around your feet. Inhale and pull your navel to your spine. Slowly let yourself roll […]

This is an advanced exercise for strengthening the back and glute muscles. Instructions Lie face down on an exercise mat or on the floor. Your hands should be in the pockets of the Pilates band and the Pilates band should be over your buttocks. Exhale and lift your legs and upper body off of the […]

A great exercise for increasing range of motion of the spine. Instructions Sit tall on the exercise ball and place your hands in the pockets of the Pilates band. When your arms are stretched out in front of you, your hands should be approximately shoulder width apart. Exhale and turn toward the right, keeping your […]

This is a great stretch for relieving tight chest muscles – a common contributor of poor posture. Instructions Sit tall on the exercise ball and place your hands in the pockets of the Pilates band. Now take the band and place it behind your head with your elbows bent at about 90 degrees. Drop your […]