An athletic, lower body focused workout that mimics the heavy lifting we do throughout the day from kids, groceries, boxes, etc. This workout targets our primary movers, while still emphasizing the ever important Pilates principles of deep core activation and breath.
Props Needed: A set of dumbbells- either 5-8 lbs each.
Level: Advanced
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Standing Arm Series
Reverse forward rounded posture with this quick, but effective series to open up the chest and target the muscles of the mid back, triceps, and lats. Perfect after sitting for long periods of time or breastfeeding.
Props Needed: Optional 1-3lb weights.
Level: Beginner/ Intermediate
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Long Legs & Lifted Glutes
Challenge your balance while working your deep glute stabilizers and outer thighs in this standing lower body series.
Props Needed: A stepping stool or yoga block and an (optional) pair of 1-3lb ankle weights
Level: Advanced
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Inner & Outer Thigh Sizzle
An inner & outer thigh workout that introduces a new and fun way to use the Pilates ring to effectively target the adductor magnus (your biggest but often laziest inner thigh muscle).
Props Needed: A Pilates ring and an (optional) 1-3lb ankle weight
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
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