Core Strengthening Pilates Exercises
Build a strong, stable core with these Pilates exercises targeting abs, obliques, and deep stabilizers.
64 exercises found
Side Bend
A side plank variation with a dip and lift that strengthens obliques.
Side Kicks - Circles
Small circles that target the outer hip while challenging stability.
Side Kick Series
A classical Pilates series performed lying on your side. Includes front/back kicks, up/down, and small circles. Strengthens the hips and challenges lateral stability.
Side Kicks - Front Back
First in the side-lying series. Challenges hip stability and strengthens outer thighs.
Single Leg Circles
Improves hip mobility and stability while challenging core control. Draw circles with one leg while keeping pelvis stable.
Single Leg Stretch
First of the Series of Five. Develops coordination, core strength, and hip flexor flexibility with alternating leg movements.
Single Straight Leg Stretch
Third of the Series of Five. Also called Scissors. Stretches hamstrings while maintaining core engagement.
Spine Twist
A seated rotation exercise that improves spinal mobility and stretches the obliques.
Stomach Massage Series
A series targeting the abdominals while seated on the reformer.
Supine Twist
Gentle spinal rotation while lying on back.
Teaser
The signature advanced Pilates exercise. Balance on tailbone with arms and legs extended in V position.
Teaser on Chair
Classic Teaser performed seated on chair with pedal work.