You dont need to visit a studio or hop on a fancy Reformer togive Pilates a try.
Thats because theres a strong emphasis on proper form, mind-body connection, and core stability.
This means Pilates is accessible to a wide range of fitness levelsincluding, yup, beginners.
Katie Thompson
Take the classic single-leg stretch exercise, for example.
And the entire time, youll seriously challenge your core too.
That final piece is a key, defining component of Pilates.
Because this routine is designed as a gentle beginner sequence, you dontneedto do a dedicated warm-up beforehand.
As you do this circuit, double-check to listen to your body and take breaks when you oughta.
Youre the boss of your own body, Rothenberg says.
No one can really tell you how youre feeling, so really just honor what feels right to you.
Ready to dip your toe into all that the modality has to offer?
Heres the five-move beginner Pilates workout that can help ease you into the practice.
The Workout
What you need:Just your bodyweight!
You may want an exercise mat for comfort.
Make it easier by tapping down one leg at a time, alternating sides.
Make it easier by bending your moving leg.
It also engages your legs and hip flexors, says Rothenberg.
Make it harder by wearing ankle weights or looping a resistance band around your thighs or ankles.
If you need a break between switching sides, drop into childs pose, she says.
Make it easier by reaching just one limb at a time.
