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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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!)
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Side Bending and Glute Work)
This workout is perfect if you want a little spice and to work out the kinks! This workout is Pre-Natal friendly if you have a little babe on the way.
Equipment: None! But there is kneeling work, so be prepared with a thick mat or something to cushion the knees if necessary.
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QB Pilates (Core and Shoulder Endurance 🌶)
Simple and effective sequencing that layers challenges with emphasis on core and shoulder work. Yes!
Equipment: Something to sit on to elevate your hips (two yoga blocks, big books, meditation cushion) and a long resistance band (hand weight will work too!)
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Posture and Rotation)
This workout focuses on gentle exercises to improve your posture, some glute work and lots of twists. This workout is Pre-Natal friendly if you have a babe on the way!
Equipment: Light Hand Weights (1-5lbs, I used 3lbs here) and an optional pair of yoga blocks for stretching.
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QB Pilates (Find Clarity and Go Deep)
Deepen your "Pilates Scoop" to improve your Teaser, Roll Ups and, everything else!
No Equipment my friends :)
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QB Mat Pilates (Quick Full Body Flow)
Get a full-body workout with this three-part routine that targets your core, glutes, and shoulders.
Equipment: 2-5 lb weights or a resistance band. You can add spice by wearing ankle weights, too.
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QB Mat Pilates (Feel Longer)
Get a post Pilates glow with an extra skip to your step after this Classical Level 3 workout.
Equipment: None, but if you wish, you can have a foam roller, bolster or squish ball to elevate hips in The Roll-Overs.
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QB Mat Pilates (Reformer on the Mat)
A Reformer-inspired workout on the mat to get you connected deeply to your core and upper body. This workout is Pre-Natal friendly if you have a babe on the way!
Equipment: Dumbbells
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Untangle and Connect)
Feeling a little wound up? This workout will untangle your kinks and leave you grounded and strong.
Equipment: Squish Ball (a Foam Roller, Bolster or rolled Yoga Mat will also work.)
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QB Mat Pilates (Upper Body Blast)
It doesn't take much more than a resistance band to challenge those shoulders. Chefs kiss*
Equipment: Long Resistance Band
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Twist, Reach and Bend)
Mobilize your spine in all directions with extra love for your side body.
Equipment: None!
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QB Mat Pilates (Reformer on the Mat)
A spicy full-body combo with an extra dose of shoulder ❤️
Equipment: Light Dumbells (1-5lbs)
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QB Mat Pilates (Abandon Judgement, Heighten Curiosity)
This workout emphasizes "the feel" instead of worrying about what we think it "should" be like.
No Equipment! Unless you want to elevate your hips for Roll Overs and High Scissors/Bicycles.
To workshop and learn more about Advanced Pilates, check out our Dig Deeper series, where we break our m...
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QB Mat Pilates (Never Assume You Can't)
A Classical Pilates workout that is excellent for Beginners looking to progress to Level 2 workouts.
No Equipment!
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QB Mat Pilates (Pilates Feels So Good!)
Pilates, there's just nothing else like it. Enjoy this mostly Classical Mat Pilates flow.
Equipment: Squish Ball
