The Pilates Digest Video Podcast includes monthly instructional exercises for Pilates enthusiasts and professionals. The videos walk you through the entire Pilates exercise and give several modifications for different levels. The certified Pilates instructors explain what muscles are working and the benefits that you will receive. Pilates Digest is an online resource engaging the Pilates community all over the world.
Full description and show creditsThis video illustrates the Swan on the Foam Roller exercise. This is a great exercise for extension. Form is extremely important on this exercise.Swan on the Foam Roller targets the back extensors, transversus abdominis, rectus abdominis, obliques, and the scapula stabilizers. Focus on maintaining cervical and thoracic alignment. Stabilize the scapulae throughout the movement and avoid sinking into the shoulders. Maintain abdominal engagement throughout the exercise to support the lumbar spine...
This video illustrates the Leg Pull Front Pilates exercise. This is a great exercise for scapular and hip stabilization. It is an intense exercise that is good for athletes or your advanced client.Leg Pull Front targets the transversus abdominis, rectus abdominis, obliques to prevent rotation, hip extensors, pectorals and the scapula stabilizers. Focus on keeping the pelvis still, and avoid rotating, sinking or lifting the hips. Stay wide across the shoulders and work to stabilize the scapulae...
This video illustrates the serratus exercise on the foam roller.The serratus exercise on the foam roller targets the back extensors, the serratus to maintain scapular stabilization, transversus abdominus, rectus abdominus and obliques. Focus on pulling elbows toward ribcage, preventing overextension of the thoracic and lumbar spine.As a reminder, always consult your doctor for medical advice and treatment before starting any exercise program. If you should experience any pain or discomfort, pl...
This video illustrates the Spine Stretch Forward exercise. This exercise is very good for articulation of the spine.Spine Stretch Forward targets the transversus abdominis, rectus abdominis and obliques to flex forward, and the erector spinae to extend the spine as you return to a long, neutral spine. Focus on articulating the spine and keeping the transversus abdominis engaged throughout the exercise. Keep the chin away from the chest and keep the pelvis vertical. You want to feel as if you a...
The Side Bend exercise is to enhance lateral mobility of the spine. It primarily targets the transversus abdominis, obliques and scapular stabilizers. Attention should be paid to the abdominal contraction to maintain rib connection and prevent the hips and shoulders from rotating. The cervical spine should stay aligned with the thoracic spine.The Side Bend can be modified by: a) bringing the feet closer to or further away from body to increase/decrease difficulty. b) Leave the bottom knee on t...
This video illustrates the Single Leg Stretch exercise. It targets the transversus abdominus, rectus abdominus, obliques, scapular stabilizers and hip stabilizers. Focus on maintaining an abdominal brace to keep legs lifted and moving without allowing the lumbar spine to extend (should remain neutral or in imprint). Maintain contraction of the obliques to keep the pelvis from rotating as the legs move, and keep the shoulders stabilized.If you feel strain in your neck, support the head with you...
The Pilates Digest Video Podcast includes monthly instructional exercises for Pilates enthusiasts and professionals. The videos walk you through the entire Pilates exercise and give several modifications for different levels. The certified Pilates instructors explain what muscles are working and the benefits that you will receive. Pilates Digest is an online resource engaging the Pilates community all over the world.