Hip Flexor Stretches & Exercises
Release tight hip flexors and improve hip mobility with targeted Pilates exercises.
40 exercises found
Roll Down with Ring
A Roll Down performed while squeezing the Magic Circle between the hands or inner thighs. The ring adds resistance that deepens the engagement of the core and inner thighs.
Roll Up
A challenging abdominal exercise that develops core strength and spinal articulation. Roll up one vertebra at a time.
Russian Twist
Rotational core exercise in V-sit position.
Scissors
An advanced exercise performed while balanced on the upper back with hips lifted. The legs scissor dynamically while the core maintains complete stability.
Short Box Series
A classical Reformer series performed sitting on the box. Includes round back, flat back, side-to-side, twist, and tree. Develops abdominal strength and spinal mobility.
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.
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.
Stomach Massage Series
A series targeting the abdominals while seated on the reformer.
Swan Dive
Advanced version of Swan that adds a rocking motion. Requires strong back extensors and control.
Teaser
The signature advanced Pilates exercise. Balance on tailbone with arms and legs extended in V position.