Very accessible, yoga-inspired stretches. Starting seated to loosen-up feet, arms and torso. Then moving to the wall for stretch of back line (calves, back and shoulders) and to the ‘warrior’ hip flexor stretch. All preparing you for the lovely yoga sequence of Sun Salutation. All moves done nice and slowly, with explanations.
Avoids any forward head and upper chest lifting during ab work! ‘No neck’ Pilates suits many of us as we grow older (… neck strain or injuries, kyphosis, osteoporosis). You can nonetheless work strong and strengthen your core muscles big time. Of course, I never overlook hip and upper back muscles. (Bit over 30 minutes …
Level 1 class. This is about 30 minutes from a Zoom class, using the chair as a ballet barre. There’s footwork, glute & leg toning moves, plus a nice little routine to work those arms & shoulders (hand weights optional). NOTE: the warm up beforehand involves forward and side flexion so avoid that if you …
Get into your abs + obliques, release + extend you hips ‘n’ back in this short level 1 mat workout!
Feet, legs, hips, arms and overall body mobilisation. Handweights optional.
If you’re feeling a bit sluggish, this intermediate-level workout will stretch and energise you! I’m using a non-slip mat, grippy mat and recommend you do too. Less than 30 minutes – go on, give it a go!!
Work safely through the essential level Pilates repertoire to keep your spine healthy and body functioning well. No props used in this class.
