QB Mat Pilates
QB Mat Pilates refers to any Pilates workouts we do here at Quiet Bodies that are either Classical or Contemporary Pilates Techniques (or both!) You can expect a variety of Levels in this category. You will practice a variety of variations such as The Hundred, Spine Stretch, The Roll-Up and many more of Joe's original 34 Mat Exercises, plus workouts inspired by The Reformer.
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*New* QB Pilates (Gentle Pilates Flow for Hips, Shoulders and Back)
A well-rounded workout focusing on strengthing the core while mobilizing and releasing tension through the hips, shoulders and lower back.
Equipment: Optional Squish ball, blocks, light weights and something to use for stretching such as a magic circle, belt or towel.
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*New* QB Mat Pilates (Details and New Pathways)
Is there potential to dig deeper into your movement and make the most out of your time?
No Equipment
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*New* Restorative Mat Pilates (Quick Reset + Lower Back Stretch)
Reset your body and nervous system with this Restorative Mat Pilates mini flow.
Equipment: Squish Ball, Bolster, Rolled up Yoga Mat or Foam Roller.
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*New* QB Mat Pilates (Dig Deep)
The heart of our Pilates practice is 33 of 34 Contrology Mat Pilates exercises.
No equipment!
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*New* QB Mat Pilates (No Reformer? No Problem)
Go deep with these challenging lower body variations plus a fancy Teaser finish.
Equipment: A pair of light weights (1-3lbs,) something to elevate your heels (squish ball, weighted squish balls, rolled up mat) and something to help your foot slide (glider, sock, towel, piece of cardboard or not...
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*New* QB Mat Pilates (Rolling!)
Rolling, sometimes on the ball and sometimes like a ball and everything in between.
Equipment: Squish Ball or Foam Roller
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*New* QB Mat Pilates (Creative Classical Flow)
Consider how each exercise can smoothly connect, transition, and flow into the next.
No Equipment.
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QB Mat Pilates (Banded Reformer on the Mat)
Add an extra challenge to your Pilates practice with this banded Reformer on the Mat workout.
Equipment: Long Resistance band (or dumbbells) something to elevate the heels, and something to stand on for calf raises. We also suggest a wall or something to hold for balance.
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Full Body Reset)
A soothing routine to refresh your body and mind from head to toe.
Equipment: Squish Ball (A rolled Yoga Mat, Bolster or Foam Roller will also work.)
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QB Mat Pilates (Contrology and more!)
Feel like a gymnast and learn something about yourself → 33/34 of JP's Contrology exercises + extras.
No Equipment but if you need a bolster or support under your hips for the Roll Overs please do.
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QB Mat Pilates (Get Unstuck → Sequential Movement)
Sequential movement of the spine is at the heart of our Pilates practice. Come and get unstuck.
Equipment: Looped resistance band (a Magic Circle, long resistance band or towel will work too.)
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QB Mat Pilates (Arms, Core and Legs)
A three-part Pilates workout focusing on your upper body, core and lower body in that order.
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Hip Mobility, Core and Posture)
The perfect workout for relaxing, relieving tension, strengthening the core, and improving posture.
Equipment: Optional Squish Ball and light weights (1-3 lbs)
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QB Mat Pilates (Master YOUR Teaser)
A Classical Pilates workout focused on improving your technique so you can do your BEST Teaser today
Equipment: None!
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QB Mat Pilates (Reformer on the Mat with Resistance)
Use the resistance band as a guide to improve your positioning while building strength. So good!
Equipment: A long (5-6 feet) medium to heavy resistance band.
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QB Mat Pilates (Magic Circle!)
A full-body workout with the Magic Circle, I just love it!
Equipment: Magic Circle
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QB Mat Pilates (Advanced Classical Flow)
Expect minimal descriptions and fluid transitions to create the ultimate Advanced Pilates flow. We recommend feeling fairly comfortable with the Level 3 Classical Pilates/Contrology as we do not offer modifications in this workout. The goal is to pack as much into 30 minutes as we can!
Equipmen...
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Head to Toe)
A complete reset from head to toe to help you feel refreshed and prepared to tackle your day.
Equipment: None!
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QB Mat Pilates (Classical with a Squish Ball ❤️)
This workout will be like a reset button for your day.
Equipment: Squish Ball (you can make do without too)
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Roll With Us (Intro to QB Mat Pilates)
An intro to the 12 main Classical Mat Pilates exercises that serve as a foundation at QB. We hope this workout gives you a digestible taste of what you can expect in our Level 2 Mat Pilates classes here at Quiet Bodies.
No equipment but it might be handy to have a pair of light weights or somet...
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QB Mat Pilates (Contrology!)
33 of Joe's Classical 34 Contrology Exercises! A flow to work towards and master in your way.
No equipment!
Here's a quick rundown on how to make the Roll Overs more accessible if you're struggling: https://quietbodiespilates.vhx.tv/videos/09-01-22-l3tutorial
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QB Mat Pilates (Posture and Hip Mobility)
Pilates mixed with some foundational strength movement patterns. Your spine and hips will love it! This workout is Pre-Natal friendly if you have a little babe on the way.
Equipment: 2-5 lb dumbbells
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QB Mat Pilates (Freestyle Pilates Flow)
If you need a good stretch but Restorative is too chill of a vibe, this workout is just the ticket.
Equipment: None!
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QB Pilates (California Curl)
If your back needs some love this Classical Pilates workout with the squish ball is just the ticket.
Equipment: Squish Ball (If you don't have one, you can use a foam roller, rolled-up yoga mat, bolster or nothing at all!)
