Types of pilates: Machine (apparatus): Joseph Pilates designed several pieces of apparatus for resistance training: Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, and the Ladder Barrel..
The easy roll up
My pilates routine - 14/46
EXHALE
Sitting, knees flexed
Hands hugging thighs
Separate elbows from body
INHALE
Contract abdominal muscles
Bring chin to chest
Roll Backwards
Roll Backwards more getting your arms stretched
Hold abdominal contraction
EXHALE
Return body down to starting position use abdominals and buttocks to control the movement
Return to start position
Repeat 5 times
Pilates exercise recommended for: : beginners, neck and back.
