This quick and easy Pilates move feels great and works amazingly to strengthen your core, stretch your upper back,shoulders and chest and increase the mobility in your spine. We know it sounds like a lot for one exercise- but that’s the magic of Pilates! Try it yourself and let us know what you think!!
Rivercity Pilates owner, Carey Sadler instructs on a few variations of the Pilates Standing Arm Series on the Tower system. The Standing Arm Spring sequence requires whole body engagement in order to suspend the body into the springs while moving the arms with control. Try out these exercises yourself by joining one of our group Pilates Tower Classes!! Check out our current schedule here.
Carey Sadler, owner of Rivercity Pilates in North Liberty, IA demonstrates a simple exercise you can do to stretch the shoulder and chest with a medium weight Theraband.
The swan is a Pilates extension exercise that helps open the chest and deepen the breathe while stretching and strengthening the abdominal muscles. The foam roller allows you to really work on stabilizing your shoulders while articulating through the spine. Grab your foam roller and move with us!!
Do you struggle with foot pain, foot cramps or stiffness in the feet and ankles?
Often forgotten about, our feet are our base and their strength and flexibility allow us to move in our day to day activities with ease. Our foot health and alignment can effect the whole body including knees, hips and our spine.
In today’s video, Carey shows you a few simple, effective exercises you can do to keep your feet healthy, strong and flexible utilizing a 4″ ball.
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One of the things I love most about the Pilates method of exercise is that you can workout just about anywhere.The Pilates mat work is so versatile. There are so many different options, there is really no excuse not to do a little something as long as you have a comfortable carpet or mat you can use.
I love to be able to mix up my mat work and add in some fun props(or toys as I often call them). Props can add variety to your workouts and help you engage and work just a little bit more. There are a lot of great props designed for Pilates and they can range $1.50 to $200+ depending on what they are.