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Working with a stable, neutral pelvis we introduce gentle movement. Think of this as a bit of a challenge to see if we can isolate the pelvis, using the abdominals and breath to keep it still, whilst extending the arms over our head and back to their starting position. This is a good exercise to tie in with the pelvic tilts and leg extensions. Find the video here https://youtu.be/hEbfF4XrrQs

A great way to release lower back tension, find space in the hip joint and stretch into the gluteal muscles This can be done any time of the day but is especially useful during your pilates warm up and at the end of a session Remeber to breath deeply, allowing yourslef to relax into the stretch, never forcing yourself beyond your natural range of movement. Find the video in the link below https://youtu.be/sAffkN85p6A

In this video we will find our neutral pelvis, and use the Pilates breath to move into posterior and anterior pelvic tilts. Posterior tilt - this is when we tuck the tail bone under and send the pubic bone up toward the ceiling, think of a scooping under movement. When we are lying down this will close the space between the lower back and the floor, you could imagine a small grape under your lower back that you are trying to gently squash. Anterior tilt - from neutral we tip

Find stability in the pelvis whilst gently rotating through the hip socket. Take the practice slowly noticing any movement or rocking in the pelvis as your legs extend and rotate. Keep the Pilates breath in mind, engaging the abdominals as you exhale in order to keep the pelvis stable. You may wish to place a small cushion under your head to keep your head in line with your spine. And finally, keep yourself warm whilst moving slowly, notice I have my jumper on!

A great way to warm up the spine, finding fluidity and flexibility in your movement whilst engaging the core and breath

This is one to perfect, the pelvic curl will likely feature in any Pilates class you take and for good reason It brings together the pelvic floor, hip abductors, abdominal and hip extensor muscles in order to strengthen lumbar stability, find spinal articulation and strength across the shoulder girdle. Take the hips only as high as feels comfortable. If you feel pain in the lower back, stop, when you try again go slower and lower until you can maintain a range of movement w

One of the central ideas to Pilates exercise is incorporating lateral breathing while we work. We utilise the fullest and deepest capacity of the lungs as we inhale, and connect to our abdominal powerhouse as we exhale. The breath is important for so many reasons 🌬️ helps to engage the power house- our deep abdominal muscles to help create strength, stability and control throughout movement 🌬️oxygenates the body as we work 🌬️brings our attention deep within us, allowing th

As one of the original Joseph Pilates repertoire moves, the roll up is an excellent piece of “homework” between classes to develop core stability, spinal mobility and controlled fluid movement. Muscle focus : spinal flexors, or abdominals, the back muscles and the hip flexors, or quads. Objective: Develop abdominal strength, spinal mobility and stability and hip flexor control 🎥 watch the video here... 🌿 Modification tips ✨ Try adding a small cushion under the lower back t

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