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Pilates Stretch: The Mermaid
The Mermaid is one of my favorite of all Pilates stretching series. It really stretches out the upper body in such an elegant fashion and is really great for opening up the chest.
Follow along and mirror the movement (do as I say, not as I do - just like Pilates mat class with the instructor facing the class).
Pilates Video: Single Leg Stretch
Here is one of my favorite Pilates abdominal exercises. It is called the Single Leg Stretch and it is just lovely.
Fit's tip: Keep your deep abdominals engaged throughout the entire exercise by pulling your navel to your spine.
Take It to the Gym: Mermaid Stretch
The Mermaid is my favorite Pilates stretch!!! Here is a printable version from the video for you to take to the gym or to wherever you like to stretch.
Starting Position
Sit in the Z leg position
Place your right leg in front.
Pilates Video: Saw Off Your Baby Toe
Looking for a way to work your abs and stretch your back at the same time!!! I love multitasking exercises like this one with one of the best names in the Pilates repertoire Saw off your baby toe.
Try it.
Pilates Tip: Increase the Challenge By Lowering Your Legs
Someone recently asked me if Pilates was German for ab exercises. While the founder of Pilates hailed from Germany, his last name is now what we know his exercise method by. This question, however, is highly indicative of classic Pilates exercises - they work your abs!
When it Comes to Working Out, What's Your Favorite?
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Exercising is good for our bodies and minds - there's no debate about that. Cardio, strength training, and stretching are 3 things we should all be doing to work our whole bodies, and I'm sure one is easier and more enjoyable for you than the others. What I want to know is...
How Many Fitness DVDs Do You Own?
I have a shelf on one of my bookcases devoted purely to workout videos, because let's face it — between work, my family, and other obligations, getting to the gym or to a class doesn't always happen. I love knowing I can pop in a video whenever I have space in my schedule, and feel good about having a little "me time," even if it's only for 10 minutes. Plus, since there are so many types of fitness DVDs out there, I can strengthen my core doing Pilates, stretch my hamstrings doing yoga, or sweat it out kickboxing, depending on my mood.
How to Start: Your First Pilates Mat Class
I am a firm believer that Pilates makes for great cross training and that it makes everything better — from running to yoga, from cycling to sex. Nothing like a little lumbar spine mobility coupled with strengthening your pelvic floor to ramp up your sex life (and more than a few of you have resolved to "have more sex" in the new year, so why not make it better too?).
Now that I have captured your attention, let me tell you that a mat class is the simplest and cheapest way to learn Pilates.
DVD Review: Pilates For Beginners
Pilates is synonymous with a strong core, so if you're looking to tone up your middle, and have never tried this form of fitness before, check out Pilates For Beginners ($15). This hour-long video is broken up into four segments: two 10-minute programs and two 20-minute programs. You can get in a quick workout if you're pressed for time, or complete all four when your schedule is more flexible.
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