Pilates Exercise Library

98+ exercises with detailed instructions and modifications

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Down Stretch

Kneeling back extension with carriage movement. Opens chest and hip flexors.

Intermediate
Flexibility

Downward Dog

Inverted V position stretching entire back body.

Beginner
Flexibility

Elephant

Standing pike position on reformer, pressing carriage with legs. Stretches hamstrings.

Intermediate
Flexibility

Figure Four Stretch

Supine hip stretch targeting glutes and piriformis.

Beginner
Flexibility

Footwork

The foundational Reformer exercise that opens every session. A series of leg presses in different foot positions that warms up the body and establishes proper alignment.

Beginner
Strength

Footwork on Chair

Pressing pedal with feet while seated. Builds leg strength and stability.

Intermediate
Strength

Footwork - Parallel Heels

Foundation reformer exercise focusing on leg alignment and core stability.

Beginner
Strength

Footwork - Tendon Stretch

Lower and lift heels while legs are extended for Achilles and calf stretch.

Beginner
Flexibility

Footwork - Toes

Footwork variation with balls of feet on bar, developing calf strength.

Beginner
Strength

Glute Bridge Single Leg

Single leg bridge for glute strength.

Intermediate
Strength

Happy Baby

Hip opener in supine position.

Beginner
Recovery

Hip Circles

From Teaser position, circle both legs together. Extreme core challenge.

Advanced
Strength

Hip Flexor Stretch

Essential stretch for tight hip flexors.

Beginner
Flexibility

Hollow Body Hold

Gymnastics-inspired core stability hold.

Intermediate
Strength

Hundred on Reformer

Classic Hundred adapted for reformer with straps for added arm resistance.

Intermediate
Strength

Inner Thigh Squeeze with Ring

Ring between legs for inner thigh strengthening.

Beginner
Strength

Jackknife

An advanced inversion that requires strong core control. Hips lift directly to ceiling.

Advanced
Strength

Kneeling Side Kick

A kneeling balance exercise that challenges lateral stability while kicking.

Intermediate
Balance

Knee Stretch Round

Kneeling exercise pressing carriage back with rounded spine. Core intensive.

Intermediate
Strength

Leg Pull Back

A reverse plank with leg lifts. Challenges the entire posterior chain.

Advanced
Strength

Leg Pull Front

A plank position with leg lifts that challenges full-body stability.

Intermediate
Strength

Leg Springs - Circles

Leg circles with spring resistance while lying on Cadillac.

Intermediate
Strength

Long Stretch

Plank on reformer pressing carriage back and forward. Full body integration.

Advanced
Strength

Mermaid Stretch

Seated side stretch that opens the side body.

Beginner
Flexibility