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Posts Tagged ‘ab work’

The Best Pilates Roll Up Modifications for Your Body

By Sarah Stockett
how to do the pilates roll up

Pilates Roll up is challenging, so here is a list of my favorite Pilates roll up modifications to help you build up to the full exercise.

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What You Need to Know for Strong External Oblique Muscles (and Back Pain Relief)

By Sarah Stockett
a drawing of the external oblique muscles

If you have ever had low back pain, a potbelly, or difficulty bending to the side or twisting; you need to learn about the external oblique muscles.

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How to Do Pilates Roll Over Like an Expert

By Sarah Stockett
Sarah Stockett doing a Pilates roll over exercise

If you’re determined to master the Pilates Roll over exercise, here are the three phases to conquer so you look like an expert.

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Pilates Leg Slides–the Essential Exercise for DIY Hip and Back Pain Therapy

By Sarah Stockett
picture of Sarah Stockett doing pilates leg slides

Pilates leg slides challenge you to keep your spine in neutral while sliding your leg along the mat. It sounds easy, but it is not.

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How to Do Pilates Table Top Position Like a Pro

By Sarah Stockett
pilates table top exercise

If you’re going to practice Pilates, there’s one important exercise you need to learn before almost all the others—Pilates Table top position.

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How to Use the Pilates Side Leg Series as a Form of Do-It-Yourself Hip Therapy

By Sarah Stockett
pilates side leg series legs and upper body lift

The Pilates Side leg series is more than just 5 exercises to work your legs. When done correctly, these exercises can help relieve hip pain.

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Use the Cat/Cow Exercise to Relieve Back Pain and Strengthen Your Core Muscles

By Sarah Stockett
cat cow exercise

When you’ve got back pain, the Cat/Cow exercise can help you feel better immediately. Plus, it strengthens your core muscles to ensure you won’t hurt later.

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Build a Strong Core and Relieve Back Pain with This Quick (and Free) Workout Video

By Sarah Stockett
practice cobra pose to build a strong core

If you’ve got back pain, you’ve probably heard you should build a strong core. That might seem easier said than done, but this free workout video can help.

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Beginner, Expert, or In-Between–7 Versions of the Pilates Hundred Exercise That Will Strengthen Your Core

By Sarah Stockett
a picture of the classic version of the Pilates Hundred exercise

The Pilates Hundred exercise is a great choice for strengthening your core. Plus, with these seven variations, you can choose the style that’s best for you!

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How to Do Pilates Side Kick Kneeling Like a Pro

By Sarah Stockett
the starting position for practicing the Pilates Side kick kneeling classic mat exercise

Pilates Side kick kneeling is one of those classic Pilates exercises that looks easier than it is. For that reason, many teachers leave it for the pros.

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