Full-body exercises

Pilates

Also known as: Πιλάτες · mat pilates · reformer pilates · pilates class

Primary
Full body
Equipment
Bodyweight
Type
Compound
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do the Pilates

  1. Start with a few minutes of breathing and gentle mobility.

  2. Do your mat or reformer session with controlled movements and a braced core.

  3. Log the total time of the session.

Sets and reps

GoalSetsRepsRest
Holds320–60 s1 min

Starting points from training research. Stop each set 1–3 reps short of failure.

Muscles worked

Primary

Full body

Secondary

Abs, Glutes

Moves that use most of your muscles at once: cleans, thrusters, burpees, carries. Great for conditioning and short sessions.

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