Chest & Pectoral Pilates Exercises
Open and strengthen your chest with Pilates exercises for improved posture and upper body strength.
8 exercises found
Barrel - Back Extension
Draping over barrel for chest opening and back extension.
Breathing (Cadillac)
Gentle chest expansion and breathing using push through bar.
Chest Expansion
A classical Pilates exercise that opens the chest, strengthens the upper back, and improves posture. Can be performed kneeling or standing, with or without springs.
Chest Expansion with Band
Pulling band apart to strengthen upper back and open chest.
Chest Press with Ring
Squeezing magic circle between palms for chest and arm work.
Push Up
The Pilates Push Up integrates a standing roll-down, a walk-out to plank, push-ups, and a walk-back to standing. It is a full-body exercise emphasising control and spinal articulation.
Supine Twist
Gentle spinal rotation while lying on back.
Thread the Needle
Gentle twist that opens thoracic spine and stretches shoulders.