We've got several breaks coming up, so some notes for my ongoing students who are doing homework! Romana Kryzanowska said: do the 100 every day. If you're a procrastinator, do it before you get out of bed. Boom, DONE and DONE! The Basics: Assume the position. For newbies, the legs might be higher than mine.… Continue reading The 100
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Barrel Exercises on the Squishy Ball
The Squishy Ball exercises we do at Effortless Movement are based on Joe’s arc barrel and spine corrector exercises. They are awesome for working your entire abdominal wall, lengthening the legs, and getting control over your ribcage.
Up and Over with Boomerang
A little Pilates history factoid: did you know that "pilates" wasn't always called "pilates?"
Build a Super Hero Suit with Criss Cross
I love exercises where you can tell right away that you’re doing your body good. Simple Criss-Cross is one of my favorites because it works your intercostals, the muscles in between each of your ribs. These muscles can: Draw your rib cage inward, giving you a “V” shape, like you’re wearing a Super Hero suit.… Continue reading Build a Super Hero Suit with Criss Cross
How to do the Pilates Scoop
The first concept I teach everyone is how to do a "Pilates Scoop." Many Classical Pilates teachers use the phrase "scoop your navel in and up," but how do you know that you're doing it right?
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