Fight the holiday bulge with these modified pilates poses.
Modified Swimming -This pose focuses on the core, lower back and glutes. Begin by lying face down on your mat. Extend your arms out to the sides at shoulder height with elbows slightly bent. In T position, press you shoulder blades together and lift your arms, upper body and legs off the floor. Hold this position for one count then bring your arms in front of you. Hold this position for another count then move your arms back to your sides. Lower yourself to the floor. That’s one repetition. Complete 8 to 12 repetitions.
Modified Plank -This pose is great for the upper body and core. Begin in the classic plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders. Bend your right knee toward your chest then return to the starting position. Repeat with the left leg. Continue to alternate quickly for 15 to 25 repetitions.
Got other ways to fight the holiday bulge? Send your tips to mail@flatbellypilates.com.
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Fight the holiday bulge with these modified pilates poses.
Modified Swimming -This pose focuses on the core, lower back and glutes. Begin by lying face down on your mat. Extend your arms out to the sides at shoulder height with elbows slightly bent. In T position, press you shoulder blades together and lift your arms, upper body and legs off the floor. Hold this position for one count then bring your arms in front of you. Hold this position for another count then move your arms back to your sides. Lower yourself to the floor. That’s one repetition. Complete 8 to 12 repetitions.
Modified Plank -This pose is great for the upper body and core. Begin in the classic plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders. Bend your right knee toward your chest then return to the starting position. Repeat with the left leg. Continue to alternate quickly for 15 to 25 repetitions.
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