Pilates Rolling Like a Ball Exercise – Pretend like you are 5 again!!

The Pilates exercise called Rolling Like a Ball is one of the first rolling exercises you will learn when practicing Pilates.  Joseph Pilates was very big on the act of rolling and unrolling your spine.  Besides creating and maintaining a flexible spine, Joe believed that the rolling coordinated with the breath, helped you cleanse the lungs completely and maximize your breath capacity.

There are lots of variations of this exercise so be sure to find one the feels good for your body.  Also make sure you have a nice cushioned mat or carpet to practice on.

My favorite advice on Rolling Like a Ball:

“Pretend like you are 5 again.  Have a little fun with this one and try not to over think it! Rolling Like a Ball is meant to feel like a nice massage on your spine- enjoy it!!”