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We encourage you to add variety and intensity to your mat work routine by incorporating small and large Pilates balls. Like foam rollers and other Pilates tools, fitness balls were initially used in therapy and rehabilitation settings. Whether you're sitting or lying on the ball, its inherent instability makes balance a true challenge.
Modify Exercise With Pilates Balls
If you've been practicing Pilates for awhile, you may be looking for ways to mix up your workout. Ball exercises can add resistance to Pilates movements, so you can continually awaken your muscles. Try placing the ball under your hips and walking your hands away from the ball. This plank position is more difficult than a plank on the mat, since the ball tends to shift under your feet.
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| In addition to increasing exercise difficulty, Pilates balls can be
used to simplify some exercises. For example, when performing hundreds,
bend the legs at 90 degrees and place your calves on the ball. If you
struggle with back problems or pain when extending your legs during
standard hundreds, this modification offers helpful back support. |
Practice Core Ball Exercises at Home
If you've purchased Pilates balls in the past but were unsure what to do with them, subscribe to Ultimate Pilates Workouts online. We're an economical replacement for monthly gym enrollment, and members can choose from our comprehensive selection of core ball exercises, foam roller workouts, Chair and Ladder Barrel routines and BOSU balance work. Pilates is a low-impact way to target deep core muscles, and regular participation will help you firm abdominals, slim the thighs and develop a mind-body connection. Subscribe to our podcasts and video downloads today.
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