ShareToday, we have a new bodyweight Pilates ab workout from the lovely Sylvia Favela.
You can try this Pilates bodyweight workout right now, even if you’re sitting on your couch at home. All you need is a tiny amount of floor space…
Your Set Up:
Do 15 reps of each move, total of 4 Rounds, rest 15 seconds between each round.
Here is a brief overview of the two Bodyweight Pilates moves in the videos above:
Ab Cincher, Tricep Kick Left & Right
Ab Cincher
- Exhale chest lift up towards your thigh, place hands on the knees
- Bend both knees and bring them up to 90 degrees – tabletop position.
- Stay in a chest lift throughout the entire movement.
- Keep both legs lengthened and as straight as possible by tightening right above your kneecap.
- Melt the rib cage in and down towards the waistline.
- Do not let the legs come in further than the line of your hip.
For modification purposes – Do not extend the legs out, keep them slightly bent and towards the chest. If there is any discomfort in the neck, keep the head down.
Tricep Dip Kick Left & Right
- Keep hands placed down directly under the shoulder, fingertips facing the body or place the fingers out to the side of the body.
- Keep hips up parallel to the floor, glutes engaged and knees firmly pressed together.
- Squeeze between shoulder blades.
- Upper back should be extended, do not let the shoulders come up towards the ears.
- Keep the chest opened at all times.
- Draw ribs towards each by pulling your stomach in not out.
For modification purposes – Keep one knee down to the floor as you go through the movement, then switch sides.
As you continue to practice your Pilates exercises you’ll want to maintain control and form at all times for maximum benefit.
Enjoy it!
KV
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