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The Leg Pull is a classical Pilates exercise that strengthens the core, the hip flexors and the hip extensors. Keeping the abdominal muscles and the hip extensors contracted equally is important to stabilize the pelvis against movement of the leg. You'll get lean legs, strong abs and fabulous arms--all in one exercise! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

Hip Twist Tick Tock is a variation of the original Pilates exercise Hip Twist. We recommend this exercise for those individuals who wish to increase their abdominal strength and improve their form before progressing to the full Hip Twist. Hip Twist Tick Tock will strengthen all 4 layers of the abdominal muscles, especially the obliques, and strengthen the hip flexors. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

The Lobster is a variation of the original Pilates exercise Swimming. As in Swimming, Lobster strengthens the muscles of the back (the erector spinae) and the hip extensors, but because Lobster adds adduction of the legs, the inner thighs also get toned! Keeping the abs pulled in throughout the exercise not only protects the lower back but also gives you strong and flat abs! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

The Twist is a Classical Pilates exercise that challenges core strength and shoulder stability. The abdominal muscles work to move the spine through flexion, extension, lateral flexion and rotation to create flatter abs and a flexible spine. Make sure you are comfortable with the Side Bend exercise before attempting the Twist! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

This leg workout features original Pilates exercises (and some variations on the classics!) that target the muscles of the leg -- the outer thighs, inner thighs, quads and hamstrings -- to shape and tone lean muscles. The key to getting the most out of these exercises is to conduct the exercises with precision and control. Imagine moving through water instead of air so that the muscles encounter "resistance" throughout the range of motion. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

Jack Knife is a classical Pilates exercise that strengthens the abdominal muscles and challenges the core. Jack Knife builds on the Roll Over by adding extension of the legs to the ceiling, and maintaining the position of the legs as high as possible above the torso while rolling down to the starting position. Great for 12 pack abs! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Roll Over is an original Pilates exercise that strengthens the abdominal muscles and increases flexibility of the spine. When performing the Roll Over, be careful not to use momentum to roll onto you upper back and be careful not to roll onto your neck. Instead, use the strength of your abdominal muscles to peel the spine off the mat one vertebrae at a time and stop when the weight is between the shoulder blades. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

Rocking is a classical Pilates exercise that challenges spinal flexibility in extension. This exercise should be avoided by those who experience knee pain or back pain -- or those who can't reach their ankles to start. Be careful not to use the head and neck to start the movement. Instead, use the force of the exhale as the hands pull the feet to rock forward, and the force of the inhale as the spine extends and the feet press into the hands to come up. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Slow Double Leg Stretch is an original Pilates exercise which strengthens the core, tones the abdominal muscles and increases coordination. Now that the exercises are becoming more complicated, don't forget to keep your abdominal muscles pulled flat to your spine as you concentrate on the movements of the arms and legs! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

The Core Challenge in Ten is part of our Pilates in Ten series which utilizes classical Pilates exercises and variations of original exercises to strengthen your core and your abdominal muscles. Performing this series regularly will flatten and tone your abdominal muscles, improve your posture and strengthen your arms.Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Push Up is an original Pilates exercises that strengthens the core and strengthens and tones the arms. By remembering to keep the inner thigh and gluteus maximus muscles engaged, the legs and butt muscles are able to help the abdominal muscles support the spine and pelvis in neutral. This is important for insuring that the back does not arch, which causes tension in the lower back. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

The Corkscrew is a classical Pilates exercise that strengthens the abdominal muscles and increases flexibility of the spine. It is very important in this exercise to keep the spine rolling along the same imaginary line with the weight traveling along one side of the back and then the other. Don't laterally flex or rotate the spine in this exercise!! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Neck Pull is an original Pilates exercise that strenghtens the abdominals and increases flexibility of the spine. Regardless of the name, please do not pull on your neck! Instead, let your hands support the weight of your head and use your abdominal strength to roll up smoothly, without momentum ideally! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

Bicycles in the Air is a very challenging classical Pilates exercise that strengthens the abdominal muscles, the hip extensors and hip flexors. Keep the flexed leg parallel to the floor (don't allow it to drop towards the face) and focus on reaching the opposite leg into as much extension as possible without extending the spine. If you feel too much weight in your arms, engage your abdominal muscles more! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

Swan Dive Rock and Catch is a variation of the original Pilates exercises Swan Dive. This exercise strengthens the spinal and hip extensors, which helps improve posture and tighten the butt! Make sure to maintain an even curve in the spine throughout the exercise -- and don't allow the head to move up and down! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Seal is an original Pilates exercise that increases core strength and balance while delivering a fun exercise! The goal of clapping the feet like a seal claps its flippers is to stabilize the torso against the movement of the legs AND increase the time your suspended on each side of the movement by just a second or two to develop ab strength and balance. This is probably our favorite exercise as it always makes clients smile! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Single Leg Stretch is a classical Pilates exercise for strengthening and toning the abdominal muscles. For increased abdominal challenge, stop the knee at 90 degrees of hip flexion instead of hugging the knee into the chest. Actively stretch through the legs, flatten the abs and keep the shoulders down with each movement and this exercise will tone many muscles in the body! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Superman is a variation on original Pilates exercises that strengthens the muscles of the upper back and improves posture. Be sure to keep the shoulders down, especially when the arms reach forward, in order to keep tension out of the neck and shoulders. The Superman strenghtens the core, flattens the abdominal muscles and improves body awareness. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Obliques exercise is a classical Pilates exercise which targets the abdominal muscles to flatten the stomach and strengthen the core. Keeping the elbows wide helps keep the shoulders down and increases the rotation in the trunk – which helps shrink your waist! Be sure to stretch your legs fully each time and stop the knee at 90 degrees of hip flexion to encourage greater strengthening of the abdominal muscles. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The One Leg Circle is an original Pilates exercise that challenges stability of the pelvis in neutral to strengthen the core and flatten the abdominal muscles. Pay attention to the modifications we mention so that you can choose to bend one or both knees as necessary to make sure you get the most out of this exercise. Though hamstring flexibility is important, it isn't the goal here! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Side Leg Lift Series is part of the classical Pilates repertoire and the Circles strengthen the core, flatten the abdominal muscles and tone the inner and outer thighs. If you feel strain in your lower back, bring your legs slightly forward of your body, but for a real challenge, maintain a perfectly straight line and bring your top hand to your hip! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

Neck Pull #1 is an easier version of the original Pilates exercise Neck Pull which helps build strength and increase spinal flexibility. By focusing on keeping the abdominal muscles pulled in flat throughout the exercise, the lower back is always protected AND the abdominal muscles are being strengthened in their flattest position! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Shoulder Bridge is an original Pilates exercise that builds core strength and strengthens the hamstrings and glutes. Keep your abdominal muscles contracted throughout the exercise to support the lumbar spine. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

Leg Pull Front is an original Pilates exercise that strengthens the core and the shoulder girdle stabilizers. Alternating lifting the legs challenges the stability of the torso and targets the deep muscles of the abdomen and spine. Supporting the torso's weight on the arms tones them and increases arm strength too! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

Leg Pull Prep is an easier version of the original Pilates exercise Leg Pull that not only prepares the arms and the shoulder joint to support the weight of the torso but also strengthens the hip extensors. Focusing on keeping the pelvis neutral and pressing into the legs and arms to lift the pelvis strengthens the core, flattens the abdominal muscles and tones the arms. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

The Heel Squeeze is derived from the principles of classical Pilates exercises. It teaches how to engage the gluteus maximus muscles WITHOUT engaging the lower back muscles. We demonstrate this exercise both with and without a small ball, but the ball is definitely not necessary to reap all the benefits. Focus on keeping the pelvis flat on the mat, the abdominal muscles pulled in and flat and tension out of the neck and shoulders while your tone your derriere! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

Side Lying Bicycle is a mat version of an original Pilates exercise usually conducted with springs on the Cadillac. Balancing on the side strengthens the core and the fluid controlled movement of the legs tones all the muscles around the legs and increases flexibility. You'll be ready for those summer skirts in no time! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

The Develope is a variation of the original Pilates exercises in the side-lying series. This exercise tones the muscles of the legs and increases flexibility while improving core strength as well. Focus on proper form and the fluidity of the movement instead of the height of the leg and you will find this exercise far more effective! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.