The Power of Pilates
Photography by: Dave Louridson
Mermaid/
Side Bend:
Sit on your right hip
with your legs bent to
the left next to you. Let
your knees part to a
comfortable position
and, using your left hand,
secure your ankles as
close to your buttocks
as you can. Extend your
right arm straight up.
Inhale, and as you
exhale, engage your
abdominals, hold your
ribs in and create space
in your side as you lean
your torso to the left.
Reach your arm up and
over to stretch the sides
of your waist. Inhale
as you return to the
starting position, and
exhale to complete the
movement.
Place your right hand
on the mat, extend your
left arm straight up
and lean to the right.
Repeat the sequence 3
times, then switch your
legs to the right and
do the sequence on the
opposite side.
