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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!!
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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.

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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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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.

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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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