Pilates was created by Joseph Pilates in the early 1900s. It is performed on a mat or using bands, rings or a Reformer. The Reformer uses straps, springs and and supports based on the original models that Joseph Pilates designed for exercise and rehabilitation. Pilates uses controlled movements to work the abdominals, back, neck and legs. Doing Pilates regularly is said to increase strength and flexibility and improve posture. Most individuals can perform Pilates at home on a mat, and they might want to use Pilates DVDs for beginners to help. Consult your physician before starting a new exercise program.
'Pilates Beginning Mat Workout'
In this beginners DVD, instructor Ana Caban focuses on strengthening the abs, lower back and glutes. She introduces all the basics of Pilates, with emphasis on technique and form. The DVD is an hour long and includes chapter menus, an extra Energy Boost workout and an interview with Ana Caban.
'Pilates For Beginners'
Master instructor Jillian Hessel leads this 135-minute beginners Pilates DVD. She takes you through the preliminary fundamentals of Pilates and then into a mat workout using all of the classic moves. Hessel modifies the exercises to enable even first-time students to perform the exercises properly.
'Pilates For Beginners by Maggie Rhoades'
This beginners Pilates DVD offers 240 minutes of exercises. It is broken down into chapters so that you can select specific routines and target body areas to work on. It also offers explanations of Pilates basics to help you understand the exercises. Because there is so much content, the DVD makes it possible to format your own exercise program according to which exercises and muscles you wish to focus on during your Pilates sessions.
'Stott Basic Pilates'
This beginners Pilates DVD is recommended for Level 1 students. It requires only an exercise mat and targets the core area of abdominals and back, as well as sculpting the arms and legs and balancing the spine. The Stott method was founded 20 years ago and is recognized as a "contemporary approach" to the original Method of Joseph Pilates. It combines athletic and rehabilitation movements and principals for strength and conditioning.
'Winsor Pilates Basics'
Mari Winsor is recognized for creating a Pilates method that achieves faster results for toning and strengthening, while also sculpting and shaping the body. The "Basics" video is a three-DVD set consisting of Basics Step-By-Step, 20-Minute Workout and Accelerated Body Sculpting. The DVDs take you through the elements of Pilates, and Winsor explains how to customize the exercises according to your needs.
'Pilates Weight Loss For Beginners'
This 51-minute DVD combines mat and cardio-based Pilates for flexibility, sculpting and low-impact weight loss exercise. It is led by Brooke Siler, who was named one of the top 10 trainers in America by "Women's Health." Siler is a best-selling author of Pilates guide books and brings her knowledge to video format with this DVD. She introduces beginners to the Pilates method, in addition to adding cardio for extra toning and shaping.
Member Comments