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I've been doing a circuit training at home workout for about 4 months now with amazing results to my body. Because I teach pilates, I've been trying to create an effective pilates circuit to give my clients similar amazing results. Normally, pilates workouts on the machine or mat follow a pretty standard flow through exercises. Most routines follow the same similar order... Of course, I love to mix things up and feel pretty confident that Joseph Pilates probably did the same thing. I know that over time, the exercise order has evolved on machine and mat to provide the best flow from exercise to exercise. However....I do think that doing a circuit style workout will yield even better results using the pilates repertoire.
Here's a simple routine you can do at home with the following "equipment":
1 Squishy Small Ball
1 Stretchy Cord - resistance band with handles if possible - make sure you have a door attachment so you have a good place to work.
Pilates Prep
Roll Down
Toe Taps
Double Leg Stretch
Single Straight Leg
Criss-Cross Breaststroke
Quick Plank Circuit:
plank on forearms - rock back and forth slightly, lifting butt up - 20x up and down plank on side
- hold for 30 seconds or do a twist - open arm up to ceiling and then curl it underneath body. Do 10 on each side.
Plank on Hands - Leg Lifts - Reaching up 10x on each side - Don't let your hips drop & keep your legs tight!
CIRCUIT #1 (use magic circle for more resistance or instead of ball)
Glute bridge with ball squeeze
15 reps Crunches with ball
15 reps Reverse Crunch with ball
15 reps Bicycle - Hands behind ears - slowly alternate knee to opposite elbow
- 20 reps Palms Up, Legs Extended - scissor legs hovered just above ground - 10 - like hundreds
Do circuit 1-2 times.
CIRCUIT #2
(front rowing type series) Valband Tree Hug
15 Reps Serve a Platter
15 reps Salute
15 Reps Valband Chest Press - Bent at Elbows
15 reps
Do circuit 2 times.
Quick Plank Circuit:
plank on forearms - rock back and forth slightly, lifting butt up
- 20x up and down plank on side - hold for 30 seconds or do a twist - open arm up to ceiling and then curl it underneath body. Do 10 on each side. Plank on Hands
- Leg Lifts - Reaching up 10x on each side - Don't let your hips drop & keep your legs tight!
Enjoy your circuit mat pilates workout!
For more information on how you can get started with Pilates, check out certified pilates instructor Anne Samoilov's website. Anne teaches pilates in the Los Angeles, CA area.
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Pilates Yoga Ball & Band Kit $29.46 Essential tools for building strength, muscle tone, and endurance.Kit Contains:2 progressive toning bands (easy and medium) (6"W X 4'L)Pilates Yoga Ball (1 lb)Ball & Band Workout DVD (approx. 45 minutes) Each band has a different level of resistance. Choose the one that makes the exercises a challenge, but not too hard. As you get stronger, progress to a thicker band.Yellow = EasyLilac = MediumBlue = Hard |
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Pro Fitness Yoga and Pilates Set. $24.99 Whether you're looking for increased flexibility or a workout that challenges the body, the Pro Fitness Yoga and Pilates Set is the ideal way to ease yoga into your day.Set includes yoga mat, 2 pilates bands, 65cm gym ball and pair of 1kg neoprene dumbbells. |
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Stott Pilates Pilates On The Stability Ball 2 Dvd Set $19.99 DISK 1: Dynamic Balance: This intense intermediate-level workout helps develop back strength and ab muscles. Dynamic Balance is an intensely satisfying workout that simulates some basic moves often performed on a Reformer - the primary piece of Pilate's resistance equipment. Challenge your balance, activate your abs, stretch your spine - and have a ball doing it. DISK 2: 3-D Balance: If you've mastered the intermediate STOTT PILATES exercises on the Stability Ball™, you're ready to pick up the pace with 3D Balance. Internationally acclaimed Master Instructor Trainers, Moira Merrithew and PJ O'Clair, coach you through an intense workout using the Stability Ball to gain muscular control, flexibility and alignment. Diet & Fitness , Yoga & Pilates , DVDs & Books , DVDs |
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Aeromat Elite Yoga/Pilates Mat W/Harness $36.95 Aeromat Elite Yoga/Pilates Mat W/Harness |
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PILATES FOR LIFE:PILATES ON THE BALL BY PILATES FOR LIFE (DVD) $12.99 Demonstrates Pilates techniques using an exercise ball, including two levels of instruction. Artist: PILATES FOR LIFE Genre: How To Pilates Rating: NR Release Date: 10JAN2006 |