Love Yo’Self Pilates

About this class

This is one of the older MerryBody classes. For higher quality sound and video select a newer class. This Pilates inspired MerryBody class will get you sweating and smiling. You’ll be smiling because you’ll see us both lose our balance. Sometimes we question whether we should re-do the workout when we stumble slightly, but we want to keep it real! We want to show you that some days, some moves are a huge challenge for us both. Sometimes we fall, sometimes (lots of times) we can’t get into the position but we make the fall all part of the journey! We just get straight back up into the movement and into the breath. Whatever level you’re at, whatever you look like NOW is the time to love yo-self.

Alignment notes

We start standing and these movements look oh so easy but far out they can be a challenge! Make sure your grounded leg has a micro-bend in the knee. Make the movements small if you need. Abs in, shoulders back and down and don’t forget to whack a smile on your dial! For the back extensions, ensure you’re squeezing your butt to protect your lower back. When the legs are moving, keep your head on your hands, when your chest is moving keep your feet pressed into the ground. Use a blanket under your pelvis if you get discomfort in your pubic bone.

Focus areas

• Back
• Booty
• Legs
• Abs
• Arms
• Total Body

Mood

• Strengthening
• Energising