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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Restorative Mat Pilates (Mobility and Grace)
If your shoulders, back and hips feel stiff, this flow is the remedy your body needs.
Equipment: Light Hand Weights and Yoga Blocks (both optional)
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QB Mat Pilates (Stand Tall)
This workout will leave you feeling taller, better aligned and connected. Expect Classical Pilates mixed in with Ballet Barre moves for extra heat for those legs. Woo!
We added the tunes for you.
Equipment: Squish Ball
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QB Mat Pilates (Flow through Contrology)
Fluidly transitioning from one move to the next is the ultimate next level in Pilates. Let's do it!
No equipment unless you need support in your Roll Overs. We added the tunes for you!
Contemporary Flow I mentioned: https://quietbodiespilates.vhx.tv/videos/01-30-23-level2
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QB Mat Pilates (Creative Flow)
Flow seamlessly from one move to the next and end with some ballet-inspired side-lying work.
No Equipment, and we added the music for you!
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Reformer on the Mat (with a special guest!)
Join Jon and me for this full-body Reformer on the Mat.
Equipment: A pair of Yoga Blocks, or two thick books and a light pair of dumbbells.
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2khzNsL8yjZlWNPQulf1Yf?si=56b2f8d5405b4333
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QB Mat Pilates (Level 3 with a Ball!)
We will use the ball as a supportive tool to dig into the challenging level 3 variations.
Equipment: Squish Ball
We added the music!
I recommend this Level 3 Tutorial if you want more support:
https://quietbodiespilates.vhx.tv/videos/09-01-22-level3
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QB Mat Pilates (Part 1: Classical Core)
Another two-part workout! 15 mins of Classical Pilates Core Exercises to limber you up.
No Equipment
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5RJYhDlGg8ciXZoybP7LWz?si=523f556091464cf6
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QB Mat Pilates (Part 2: Contemporary Pilates Glutes etc.)
Lower Body ❤️ Clam Shell, Donkey Kick, Lateral Walk, Split Squat, Bridge, the whole gang is here! Do this workout as a stand-alone or tack it on to Part 1 for a full-body experience.
Equipment: Looped Resistance Band.
If you don't have one, no worries. You can tie a long one or go with no pr...
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Full Body)
This full-body flow alternates between active exercises and restorative/stretching sets. Enjoy!
We added the music!
Props: Yoga Blocks or a pair of something to elevate your hands (like two big books)
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QB Mat Pilates (Pure Classical)
For my Pilates purists out there!
We added the music too.
Equipment: Optional Ankle Weights
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QB Mat Pilates (Pilates Equipment Inspired)
Mix up your practice with this Pilates equipment-inspired workout. New shapes, new feelings!
Equipment: Long resistance band, but light weights will work too!
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4uA088uQndbkxAUCqwfTuh?si=e9a7d0fc477c41af
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Work, Stretch, Breathe, Repeat)
Flow in and out of active movements into active stretches. This is so rejuvenating and a must-do!
Equipment: Squish Ball and Elastic
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6aQX0iknxL0lOosQU8umwF?si=c8073f1619bf4e60
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Glutes and Core (12-Minutes)
A quick but spicy sequence for your glutes and core, oh yeah.
No Equipment.
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5FhlMsoV6wLbz7lBASz1qy?si=f44a71a18e464293
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QB Mat Pilates (Classical Fusion w/ a Ball)
I intended to make this a Classical workout, but I also threw in some juicy contemporary variations.
We added the music!
Equipment: Squish ball, bolster or foam roller.
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Articulate Body)
Spine Love ❤️ When you understand something better, you are more successful in your endeavours.
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2iBfo6Hv7ggKvOth1q3ZSV?si=a4ed4b0a85084a4f
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Reformer on the Mat (Go Deeper)
Use a pair of yoga blocks to elevate your hands, hips and heels to allow for deeper positions.
Equipment: Pair of Yoga Blocks (if they aren't rounded, have a squish ball/foam roller/bolster handy too)
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7zJYhM38F3g7Bvl6sgxCzi?si=3277ec66006e4605
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QB Mat Pilates (First Steps to Level 3)
Want to level up your practice? Start here!
Equipment: Foam Roller, Bolster, Yoga Block, Rolled Up Yoga Mat, Squish Ball, Bosu...get creative with what you have.
Don't forget to catch the tutorial for this workout here: https://quietbodiespilates.vhx.tv/videos/09-01-22-l3tutorial
Tunes: http...
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How to prepare for Level 3 Workouts
When are we ready for Level 3? And how can we prepare for these workouts? Learn all about it!
Equipment: Bolster, rolled up Yoga Mat, Yoga Block, ball, foam roller.
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20 Minute Lower Body Fix
This lower body-focused workout can be done alone or with another short workout.
Equipment: Optional Ankle Weights
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6BCmWEyZpjWDuBEgcQ4XNH?si=de7975b90b8f42cd
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QB Mat Pilates (Mildly Acrobatic Things)
Why do we "Roll Like a Ball?" Because it's fun 🤸♀️ This workout is a must-do!
Equipment: Hand Towel
Tunes:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jcFGI0FL1uxl6x63B7O9f?si=6c9fe16672874214
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Kala's Go-To 10 Minute Arm Series
Add this quick upper body series to a run, workout, walk or anything else your heart desires!
Equipment: Hand Weights (I am using 3lbs but you could go heavier or lighter)
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/494UApmRoghWx3kOrYsHIO?si=86bd713d8a2c4ef4
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QB Mat Pilates (33 in 34!)
33 Classical Mat Pilates exercises in 34 minutes. Let's do it!
No equipment, and we added the tunes for you.
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QB Mat Pilates (The Why)
Learn the why and the how-to of our most simple Classical Mat Pilates exercises.
No Equipment
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3f3tgEBAukbi9QY2cMf8ZF?si=383e0827e99d4260
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Reformer on the Mat (The Essentials)
These are the first Reformer exercises you would typically learn. Let's try them out on the mat!
Equipment: Squish Ball, hand weights and optional ankle weights.
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6BCmWEyZpjWDuBEgcQ4XNH?si=74f6ef4b438d4a06
