Pilates equipments: Pilates mat exercise

Check out the following Pilates equipments for Pilates exercise

Though one will find tremendous variation in the way that Pilates exercises are presented today, there is a traditional order to the Pilates mat exercises as developed by Joseph Pilates.

Below are samples of the first 10 exercises of a classical Pilates mat workout, including a fundamental warm-up.

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At the end of the first 10 exercises, which is meant to be an introduction to the classic order, there is a completed list - with links to instructions for most of the rest of the exercises in a traditional program.

Ref: http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesexercises/tp/First-10-Classic-Exercises.htm

The Pilates Mat Exercises in Classical Order

• The Pilates Mat Exercises in Classical Order
• Hundred
• Roll Up
• Roll Over
• One Leg Circle
• Rolling Back (rolling like a ball)
• One Leg Stretch
• Double Leg Stretch
• Spine Stretch
• Rocker with Open Legs
• Cork-Screw
• Saw
• Swan-Dive
• One Leg Kick
• Double Leg Kick
• Neck Pull

Ref: http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesmat/a/list-of-Pilates-Exercises.htm



Pilates Mat vs. Reformer: Which is right for you?

Pilates is known to stretch, strengthen, gain flexibility and balance your body, while connecting the mind with the body.  Strengthening the ‘Powerhouse’ which includes the abdomen, lower back, hips and buttocks is the biggest benefit that you will get while practicing Pilates.

Pilates Mat

A Pilates mat class is generally offered in a group format and are offered at Pilates studios, community centers, schools and businesses and on videos… making this very accessible to just about anybody.

Pilates Reformer

The reformer uses springs, pulleys, bars & straps to perform over 500 exercises in a variety of positions. The equipment was originally developed to offer movement and rehab to the injured, but today it offers a more challenging version of the matwork.

The Pros of Both

While both mat and reformer classes can offer results, it is arguable whether one is considered better than the other for beginner students. Any specific beginner class, whether mat or reformer, should offer basic understanding that can be applied to both. The benefits of Pilates mat classes are that it’s accessible,
affordable, requires little equipment and can be done in the comfort of your own home.

Ref: http://definedbodypilates.com/pilates-mat-vs-reformer-which-is-right-for-you/

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