Restorative Mat Pilates
This category features workouts filled with nothing but chill vibes. You can expect fewer rolling exercises in these workouts too, so if for any reason Rolling Like a Ball isn't something you feel like doing today, you're in the right spot!
Similarly, if you don't feel ready for our Level 2 workouts, this is an outstanding category to hang out in while you get more comfortable practicing Pilates. Remember, always listen to your body, and if you don't know how yet, Pilates will teach you.
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Not All Who Wander Are Lost)
A real slow flow to put your mind and body at ease, chefs kiss*
Equipment: Squish Ball (or Bolster will work) and light hand weights.
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2lz1RA1W0JZm7su3NJIRgF?si=1d30771de6244bce
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Back to Basics)
If you're new to QB, this is a great addition to the Beginner series! Otherwise, get back to basics and refine everything you have learnt so far.
Equipment: Light Hand Weights
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/44R3sqo68BM07jIX31KVsa?si=c19fdaae06eb4759
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QB Mat Pilates (Shoulder Love ❤️)
Floss, untangle and strengthen your shoulders with this Pilates flow. It's a must-do!
Equipment: Medium-Heavy Resistance band.
This workout has music.
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Shoulder + Hip Reset)
Feeling like your body deserves some love from head to toe? This flow is the one for you! Expect some extra doses of movement for those shoulders and hips too.
Equipment: Squish ball and long resistance band
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6r3U2YW1hwCdBcly07x0al?si=a2ea4b3a175e4d02
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15 Minute Fix - Pilates Essentials
Short on time or need something to tack on to another workout? 15-minutes of Pilates Essentials.
No Equipment!
If you like these tunes please visit our pals over at Inner Ocean Records, you can stream them on Spotify for so many chill, lo-fi, jazz, hip hop and ambient beats. (Calgary based re...
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Quiet Body, Quiet Mind)
A feel-good flow with the squish ball, who can resist? Not me!
Equipment: Squish ball
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5IUaRMD38oSKlUYNnqd9We?si=564b4385c0594462
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Reformer on the Mat (Upper Body Precision)
Master the three fundamental elements we use to strengthen and mobilize our upper body at QB. Expect restorative shoulder work, plank variations to minimize wrist tension, and standing upper body work.
Equipment: Yoga Blocks, chair or table to elevate the hands.
Light Hand Weights (1-5lbs)
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12 Minute Core (with music!)
12 minutes for your core, but we all know it's actually for your whole body.
No Equipment!
A suggested add on for your upper body:
https://quietbodiespilates.vhx.tv/5-15-minutes/videos/01-10-22-level2
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Hip Release & Reset)
Release and restore your hips, and legs with this Restorative Mat Pilates workout.
Equipment: Yoga Strap/Belt/Elastic
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/494UApmRoghWx3kOrYsHIO?si=8d06efe2bab44476
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QB Mat Pilates (Master your Core Work)
Master your form! A tutorial-style workout to improve your form in core work, think Half Roll Back, The Ab Series and Roll-Ups.
Equipment: Light Hand Weights (1-3 lbs) and a pillow.
Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6yspP5iOjTZEAvoGAkbvg7?si=39a351f2b8dc4947
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QB Mat Pilates (Lower Body Precision)
This workout will strengthen your lower body and improve your technique and form. Think of it as a "working" tutorial.
Stay tuned because we will be filming and uploading more workouts like this to help you master your Pilates practice. These workouts will show you little tips and tricks to ens...
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Head to Toe Reset)
Feeling like you need a reset for your whole body? This flow is juuuussst the ticket.
Equipment: Please note all the equipment is optional as always, please don't let it stop you from participating in this amazing rest workout.
Light Hand Weights, or cans of beans
A yoga strap, belt, long el... -
QB Stretch (Lower Body)
All the best lower body stretches. Think hips, groin, calves, hamstrings and thighs.
Equipment:
A yoga block or cushion (this will go under your hips and under your knee)
An elastic or a strap (belt/scarf works) to be used around your foot for stretches.Tunes:
https://open.spotify.com/p...
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Untangle and Connect)
Find your breath, your deep core and give your shoulders some love.
Equipment:
Yoga Block
Light Hand Weights (1-3 lbs)Tunes:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/62dgHtdWF4i2xgwJf59hPC?si=39918e7198af4799
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Un-Perfect Yourself and Let Go)
Let go of this idea of "perfect," get curious and enjoy moving with this feel-good flow. We will work on a ton of feel-good stuff for your shoulders, some work inspired by a client I am working with who is getting over Tennis-Elbow :)
Equipment:
Yoga Block or Cushion
Squish Ball
Light Hand We... -
Beginner Pilates Series Workout #4
Learn exercises that will best prepare you for our Reformer on the Mat classes.
Equipment:
Dowel, broomstick, mop (get creative!)
Light Hand Weights (1-3lbs)Tunes:
I didn't cue the music! Not sure why, but here's the playlist
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1cGrBGss3oLeiWaMpnXfgY?si=114...
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Beginner Pilates Series Workout #3
Learn how to use a ball to increase your spinal flexibility and core strength. If you do not have a ball, using a foam roller, bolster, bosu, barrel or even couch cushion will do.
Equipment:
9-10 inch squish ball
Tunes:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5hiuJtc0kgN11MYij1RPX1?si=a1e3f4547bb9...
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Beginner Pilates Series Workout #2
Practice what we learnt in our first workout, and add more!
Equipment:
Hand Towel
Tunes:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1lkQf1OAaf0IdyJW4EMbDV?si=73c0ea6a6a744c37
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Beginner Pilates Series Workout #1
Build a strong foundation for your Pilates practice, whether it's your first session or it's been a while.
We will learn the simple basic shapes we make with our body in Pilates, some modifications and get you started off with your Pilates journey.
Equipment:
Light Hand Weights (1-3 lbs) or ...
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Full Body Flow)
A restorative (yet challenging) freestyle flow with an ab series thrown in for good measure. You are going to work your whole body in this workout, with an emphasis on legs, I was sore the next day!
Equipment:
Light Hand Weights (1-3 lbs)
Tunes:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4uA088uQndbk...
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Restorative Mat Pilates (Shoulders and Hips)
Work on your shoulder mobility and strength in this class with a side of hip mobility and strength. Feels SO good.
Equipment:
Medium Resistance band or light hand weights and a towel/belt
Tunes:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6sGMPPc93UvArTHl4IYz0I?si=383530d5228842ad
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Ten Minute Flow (Core and hips)
You can get a lot done in 10 minutes, and this workout is just the ticket for your core and hips. Expect an ab series, some back extension and exercises that will stretch and strengthen your hips.
Equipment:
Squish Ball or Foam Roller
Tunes:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4zh0u3a2zYTUx8OV...
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Restorative Mat Pilates (with some heat)*
A classical mat practice with some pockets of restorative exercises in between. This workout is a great balance between feel-good vibes, with a nice challenge for your core and glutes. Best way to kick off our challenge!
Equipment:
Optional Light Hand Weights (1-3 lbs)
Optional looped elastic ... -
Restorative Mat Pilates (No more tension)
A feel-good workout and stretch for your whole body. This is a great choice in the middle of a workday, or after the end of a long day, especially if you're feeling tight in the neck and shoulders.
Equipment:
Light Hand Weights (1-3lbs)
Tunes:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3sPfGzNrrW9i...
