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Pilates Mat Exercises: The Traditional Order



Though one will find tremendous variation in Pilates exercises, there is a traditional order to the mat exercises developed by Joseph Pilates.

Below are classical Pilates mat exercises, including a fundamental warmup. The exercises in the traditional program create a challenging workout, especially for your abdominals. Many instructors and classes will precede this classical program with some warm-up exercises.

Each exercise notes modification reminders to assist those beginning to develop their core strength or have physical challenges.

Pilates Mat Exercises

Verywell / Ben Goldstein


Below are the exercises you will learn to do on your Pilates mat, including:

  • The Hundred
  • Roll-up
  • Roll-over
  • One-leg circle
  • Rolling like a ball
  • Single leg stretch
  • Double leg stretch
  • Spine stretch
  • Open leg rocker
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