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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.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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

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

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

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

Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

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

12 Days of Christmas performed by the Christmas I know this is way too late for this but my mom just told me about this so here it is. Awww, I wondered at the thought of seeing Keltie perform. I just really love her and The Rockettes. They're awesomest performers live. ENJOY! Author: nicxileissa Keywords: the rockettes christmas spectacular keltie colleen Added: May 14, 2008

The Watchdog is our name for an old favorite exercise of physical therapists and exercise enthusiasts alike. Stabilizing the core against the opposite movement of the arms and legs targets the deep muscles of the abdomen and spine. We added the hovering Watchdog to challenge the core and strengthen it even more. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info. Now, Pilates on the Go! - Workout DVD is available from Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com

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

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

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

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 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 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.

Short Plank is derived from original Pilates exercises in order to teach proper abdominal and torso support in the push up position. This exercise will strengthen your core, strengthen your shoulder girdle stabilizers and target the deep muscles of the abdomen and spine to protect your lower back. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Hip Twist is an original Pilates exercise that strengthens the abdominals and the core. By focusing on a modest range of motion to start and the correct use of the abdominal muscles, your abs will get stronger and flatter AND you'll protect your lower back. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Double Leg Kick is an original Pilates exercise that strengthens the muscles of the back and increases flexilbility of the spine. As this exercise involves a lot of spinal extension, it is important to keep your abdominal muscles engaged and progress thorugh this exercise according to your own ability. Your posture will improve and you'll walk taller! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Teaser is a very challenging original Pilates exercise that involves abdominal strength, core strength, balance and coordination! To make learning the Teasers easier, this Teaser #1 starts with the legs in the air, roll up to Teaser position using abdominal strength, balance at the top and roll down with control. The Teaser strengthens your core, flattens your abs and make you feel really great when you get it! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

Swimming is an original Pilates exercise that strengthens the muscles of the back and strengthens the core. By focusing on pulling in the abdominals (even though you're lying on them!) you'll not only flatten the abs but also protect the lower back. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

The Side Leg Lift Series strengthens the core and tones the muscles of the legs. Your waist will get flatter as you pull your abdominals in to stabilize your body against the movement of the legs. Your leg and butt muscles will tone up nicely so you'll look better in your jeans! Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.