Do Pilates breath at home.

Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat. Rest your arms by your sides.

Position
On your back
Works
Core, Mobility
Level
Foundation, week 1
In class
About 45 seconds
Pilates breath: the Her Pilates instructor in the pose

Do it step by step

  1. Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat. Rest your arms by your sides.
  2. Breathe in through your nose. Let your ribs widen to the sides.
  3. Breathe out through your mouth. Feel your ribs soften and knit together.

Hear your teacher cue it

These are the lines I say in your class, recorded for the app. Press play and move with them.

Set upLie on your back, knees bent, feet flat. Rest your arms by your sides.

Step 1Breathe in through your nose. Let your ribs widen to the sides.

Step 2Breathe out through your mouth. Feel your ribs soften and knit together.

Feel it, ease it, stay safe

Feel it hereYour ribs widen sideways while your shoulders stay soft.
Make it easierPut your hands on your ribs and feel them move.
Watch outKeep the breath slow. If you feel dizzy, breathe normally.

Find it in your plan

Your 28-day plan unlocks one level a week. Pilates breath belongs to the Foundation level, so it joins your classes in week 1. Start it on day 1.

You also do it in these quick classes:

Your questions about Pilates breath

Is Pilates breath good for beginners?
Yes. Pilates breath sits at the Foundation level, so you meet it in week 1 of your plan. Put your hands on your ribs and feel them move.
How long should I do Pilates breath?
In a Her Pilates class you hold Pilates breath for about 45 seconds. Slow down and keep the breath steady over adding time.
What should I feel in Pilates breath?
Your ribs widen sideways while your shoulders stay soft.
What's an easier version of Pilates breath?
Put your hands on your ribs and feel them move.

Do Pilates breath with a mini you.

Watch her do it first, then move together while I count your breath. Your first class is free.

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