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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.

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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. Visit www.PilatesOnFifth.com for more info.

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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.

 

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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

 

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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.

 

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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.

 

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