Pilates for Beginners

Pilates for Beginners

Pilates - Positioning

Pilates - Positioning

Pilates - Rolling Like a Ball

Pilates - Rolling Like a Ball

Pilates - The Roll-Up

Pilates - The Roll-Up

Pilates - The Saw

Pilates - The Saw

Pilates - Scissors

Pilates - Scissors

Pilates - Criss-Cross Crunches

Pilates - Criss-Cross Crunches

Pilates - Knee Drops

Pilates - Knee Drops

Pilates - Oblix

Pilates - Oblix

Pilates - The Hundreds

Pilates - The Hundreds

Pilates - Back Extensions

Pilates - Back Extensions

Pilates - Swimming

Pilates - Swimming

Pilates - Breast Stroke

Pilates - Breast Stroke

Pilates - Push-Ups

Pilates - Push-Ups

Pilates - Heel Beats

Pilates - Heel Beats

Pilates - Bent Knee Lift

Pilates - Bent Knee Lift

Pilates - Kicking Front and Back

Pilates - Kicking Front and Back

Pilates - Lift and Extend

Pilates - Lift and Extend

Pilates - Single Leg Circles

Pilates - Single Leg Circles

Pilates - The Plank

Pilates - The Plank

Pilates - Inner Thigh Exercise

Pilates - Inner Thigh Exercise

Pilates for Beginners

Pilates for Beginners

Intermediate Pilates

Intermediate Pilates

Advanced Pilates

Advanced Pilates

How to Do Pilates Reformer Exercises

How to Do Pilates Reformer Exercises

Basic Pilates Routine

Basic Pilates Routine

Intermediate Pilates

Intermediate Pilates

Advanced Pilates

Advanced Pilates

Pilates for Beginners

Pilates for Beginners

Pilates Reformer - Warm Up

Pilates Reformer - Warm Up

Pilates Reformer - Lower Body Exercises

Pilates Reformer - Lower Body Exercises

Pilates Reformer - Standing Lower Body Exercises

Pilates Reformer - Standing Lower Body Exercises

Pilates Reformer - Core Exercises

Pilates Reformer - Core Exercises

Pilates Reformer - Upper Body Exercises

Pilates Reformer - Upper Body Exercises

Pilates Reformer - Stretching

Pilates Reformer - Stretching

Intermediate Pilates Body Positioning and Breathing

Intermediate Pilates Body Positioning and Breathing

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Dori Markakos

Dori is an experienced fitness professional whose love of fitness began in grade school with her love of dance and ballet. She’s danced classical ballet since she was 5. As her interest in fitness grew, she began experimenting with all varieties of group fitness and weight lifting. Dori went the practical route to college and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business with a specialization in Marketing from the University of Virginia’s School of Commerce, but not before receiving her fitness instructor certification in her spare time. After college, Dori went to work for Environmental Design & Construction, LLC (EDC) where she is presently the Controller. In this position, Dori serves as the company’s chief business officer. But, Dori’s heart is in the field of fitness. Dori maintains her certifications and puts them to work as a personal trainer, spinning and Pilates (mat and reformer) instructor. As part of her career development, Dori also received specialty training in pre and post natal fitness, with a specialization in pre/post natal Pilates. Dori currently works with clients as Pilates instructor, while keeping up with her own workouts. She’s run multiple marathons and is an accomplished triathlete having run numerous triathlons as well having completed the Ironman Triathlon. Dori resides in Arlington, Virginia with her husband Peter and daughter Mia.

Pilates for Beginners

Certified Pilates instructor Dori Markakos will take you through a complete beginners Pilates workout.

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Hi! I am Dory, your personal Pilates instructor, and I am going to take you through a basic Pilates work out. I have been teaching Pilates for years and group exercise classes. But today, I am going to take you through a great work out, whether you are an average fitness buff, or someone who is just getting into fitness. Theres something in this workout for everybody. By stabilizing our core, we are going to get a great workout for our entire body. We are going to do everything only eight to ten reps, by taking nice, big, deep breaths. You do not to use exaggerated breathing, you can if you want to, but by breathing nice and comfortably, you are going to get the extra benefit of a really tight mid section. Remember, safety is important, so please consult your physician before you get started. So, all you need to do is workout just where you feel comfortable, if something feels like it does not feel right, go ahead and stop, take a breather and come back to it. Other than that, go ahead and wear comfortable clothing, grab a mat, and let's get started.

Kids' Health - Upside Down Fitness for Kids

Kids' Health - Upside Down Fitness for Kids

Fitness for Kids - Warm Up

Fitness for Kids - Warm Up

Fitness for Kids - The Headstand

Fitness for Kids - The Headstand

Fitness for Kids - The Handstand

Fitness for Kids - The Handstand

Fitness for Kids - The Wheelbarrow

Fitness for Kids - The Wheelbarrow

Fitness for Kids - The Bridge or Backbend

Fitness for Kids - The Bridge or Backbend

Fitness on a Budget

Fitness on a Budget

Family Fitness Fun

Family Fitness Fun

Fit-in Fitness Tricks

Fit-in Fitness Tricks

Fitness Tips for Healthy Aging

Fitness Tips for Healthy Aging