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Non-traditional Pilates strengthens the core by using body weight and avoiding use of the floor, weights or beds. Learn alternative Pilates exercises in this free workout video series from a fitness trainer.
There are 24 videos in this series:
Set the core up for standing Pilates exercises. Learn how to do a core setup for non-traditional Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
The Apple Picking exercise in Pilates will teach the body to extend. Learn how to do the Apple Picking non-traditional Pilates exercise in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Do a Pilates setup for advanced Apple Picking with fingers on the ribs. Learn how to do advanced Apple Picking non-traditional Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Follow perfect alignment in Pilates with a Clam Shell exercise. Learn how to do Clam Shell Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Add an arm to Pilates Clam Shell exercises and think of the body as a teeter totter. Learn how to do advanced Clam Shell Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Mimic a toy drinking bird when doing the Pilates exercise of the same name. Learn how to do the Drinking Bird Pilates exercise in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Warrior 3 can be used in Pilates as wel as yoga. Learn how to do Warrior 3 Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Add a plie knee bend to Pilates Warrior 3 exercises. Learn how to do Warrior 3 Pilates exercises with a plie in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
The develope has a background in dance, but can be used in Pilates as well. Learn how to do develope Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Try develope in Pilates with different arm motions. Learn how to do develope Pilates exercises with advanced arms in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Do a develope in Pilates and add a turn out of the hips. Learn how to do develope Pilates exercises with a turn out in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
In Pilates, focus is necessary in every movement, including the develope. Learn how to do develope Pilates exercises to the side in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
When doing a Pilates develope to the back, it can be difficult to remain engaged. Learn how to do develope Pilates exercises to the back in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
A Pilates Batma is an extension of the leg and a quick movement. Learn how to do front Batma Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
In non-traditional Pilates, add a turnout to a Batma. Learn how to do side Batma Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Try a front Batma Pilates move with a turn out by starting in a V position. Learn how to do front Batma Pilates exercises with a turn out in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
In Pilates, avoid expanding the ribs when doing a back Batma. Learn how to do back Batma Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Find the ribs in Pilates when engaging the oblique muscles. Learn how to do engage obliques in Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Swing one leg freely in Pilates when engaging the obliques. Learn how to do Pilates exercises with engaged obliques and a swinging leg in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
When doing a Pilates Elephant Walk, imagine the feet are flat like an elephant's. Learn how to do Elephant walk Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Work the triceps with Pilates Elephant Walks by adding a Pilates Press. Learn how to do Elephant Walk Pilates exercises with a Pilates Press in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Engage and exhale to do an Attitude Press in non-traditional Pilates. Learn how to do Attitude Press Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
In Pilates, Attitude Rotations work through the hip and use a lot of back muscles. Learn how to do Attitude Rotation Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Before doing non-traditional Pilates, it's necessary to understand traditional Pilates. Learn about non-traditional Pilates exercises in this free workout video from a fitness trainer.
Many people want to lose weight, yet despite claims of quick fat burning pills and powders, the best way to lose weight is still through proper diet and exercise. Exercise does more than maintain physical fitness. Working out improves bone density, builds muscle strength, and improves joint mobility. It can also reduce general health risks, boost the immune system, and help with depression and insomnia. Whether exercising to lose weight or improve muscle mass, working out is always a good idea to promote mind and body health. There are numerous alternative forms of Pilates that can provide a good core workout. In this free exercise video series, an experienced fitness trainer will demonstrate a number of non-traditional Pilates exercises in a standing series. Some of the exercises included will be the Apple Picking exercise, the Warrior 3, the Develope and several batmas. With these workout tips and techniques, the core will be strengthened in non-traditional ways.
Kelly Craft Kelly Craft has an extensive background in fitness and dance. She began her training in gymnastics and classical ballet in New York. She then spent nearly 20 years in Los Angeles where she trained with Sheila Kelly, the nation's leader in the pole dancing phenomenon. Craft also trained with and assisted world fitness leaders, including: Mark Blanchard (Mark Blanchard's Power Yoga), Steve Ross ("O" Oxygen Channel), Jay Blahnik (Precision Cycling creator), Petra Kolber, Rodney Yee, Kelli Roberts, Chalene Johnson (Turbo Kick creator), Beth Shaw (YOGAFit creator), Beto Perez (ZUMBA creator), and Billy Blanks (Tae Bo creator). Kelly also appeared on Tae Bo Live! for pay-per-view. Craft’s career includes instructing at top LA fitness facilities including Bodies In Motion, World Gym, Toluca Lake Tennis Club, and Total Woman.dkdk
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