Pilates Highlights

In this bonus video Amy Dixon provides an intense core workout and stretch sequence. Amy Dixon Amy Dixon is one of the most dynamic fitness instructors and presenters in the industry today. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in exercise

Pilates on Fifth - Learn How to Perform the Teaser Roll Pilates Exercise. Teaser Roll is a challenging variation on the original Pilates exercises Teaser, Side Leg Lift Series and Swimming. This exercise requires tremendous core strength, balance, control and targets the muscles of the abdomen and the back. Energizing the legs as well will help you perform this exercise.

Pilates Plus incorporates the use of a ball and exercise band to enhance the effectiveness of the Pilates method while adhering to the principles of movement developed by Joseph Pilates.

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Hip Rolls using a stability ball challenges the core and strengthens the hamstrings and glutes. The instability of the ball targets the deep muscles of the spine to increase core strength, while toning the backs of the legs…particularly the stubborn “top of the back of the thighs” region! If you have a tendency to cramp in your hamstrings, take a moment to stretch before starting this exercise.

Kick Back with Band simulates original Pilates exercises on the reformer with its use of tension to work the gluteus maximus and the hamstrings. Be sure to keep the abs pulled in to support the lower back and flatten the abdominal muscles.

In this video, learn how to do Intermediate Pilates positions, such as the swimming

The Side Lying Clam and Book with the Exercise Band is derived from original Pilates reformer exercises. These exercises target the outer thighs and the buttocks to help lift your buttocks and keep you looking great in all the latest fashions! Make sure you adjust the band to get maximum range of motion AND maximum resistance given your strength -- and keep your hips stacked! Please visit http://www.PilatesOnFifth.com (for more info), http://www.UltimatePilatesWorkouts.com (for more videos) ....

This challenging version of the original Pilates exercise One Leg Circle targets the core and increases strength and flexibility of the hamstrings. Be sure to modify your range of motion as necessary to maintain control given the instability the ball adds!

The Tree-zer is a variation of the original Pilates mat exercise Teaser and the original Pilates reformer exercise the Tree. You’ll strengthen and tone the abdominal muscles, increase flexibility and lengthen the muscles of the back. Enjoy!

Side Kneeling Bicycle is a variation on the original Pilates exercise Side Kick Kneeling. Adding a bend of the knee for the bicycle motion further challenges both stability of the torso in neutral and proper knee and hip alignment. Side Kneeling Bicycle increases core strength and tones your legs and butt!