Pilates on Fifth Video Podcast A free weekly Pilates online video program to train your core muscles!

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Nimble Watchdog is a variation of original Pilates exercises such as Leg Pull Front and Push Up that challenge stability of the torso. Nimble Watchdog further challenges stability of the torso by performing contralateral movement on a small base of support. You’ll strengthen the deep stabilizing muscles of the torso while toning the arms and legs.

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Elbow Scoop Beats is a variation of the original Pilates exercise of the same name that occurs on the Arc Barrel. ; The elbow scoop position helps solidify a strong rib to hip connection with the abdominal muscles so that the lower back is protected against the long lever of the legs. You’ll tone the muscles of the inner and outer thighs and sculpt strong abdominal muscles too!

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Watchdog Leg Lifts 2 is a variation of “Watchdog” which builds on themes in classical Pilates to strengthen the deep muscles of the spine and increase flexibility of the spine. ; In Watchdog Leg Lifts 2, the erector spinae work to extend the spine evenly with the support of the abdominal muscles. You’ll tone the buttocks, the backs of the legs, the back and the arms!

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Butterfly 2 is a variation and combination of the original Pilates exercises “Roll Over” and “Teaser.” This exercise is very challenging to balance, core stability and abdominal strength as well as flexibility – so be sure you have mastered Butterfly 1 and your Teaser exercises before attempting! Performing this exercise with control with as little momentum as possible is the key to increasing abdominal and core strength!