Upper Body Pilates Exercises

Like plank/front support, leg pull front engages every part of the body. Leg pull front takes plank/front support a step further. By lifting one leg off the floor, the instability that is introduced challenges the abdominals and shoulders to keep the trunk and pelvis stable as you move.

This Pilates Magic Circle exercise opens the chest and shoulders as it strengthens and tones the arms and upper back. It is especially good for the back of the arms, the triceps.

While Plank really targets the abdominal muscles and shoulder stability, you will find that plank is an excellent way to get a full body challenge. It is often modified to help build core stability for beginners and those with physical challenges.

<p>Pilates push-up is an advanced move. It offers a new approach to a popular exercise. Start working on it now - just know that is takes a while to build up the core strength, arm strength, and stability it takes to fully do this exercise. </p>

More exercises than you think are arm workouts. Learn to use the back of the arm for tone and stability in Pilates exercises.

This Pilates Magic Circle exercise is a wonderful all-in-one for the arms, the abdominals and the back.

Use the Pilates Magic Circle for this simple resistance exercise that tones the shoulders, arms and chest. Straight Arm Press is also an excellent way to test your scapular stabilization, and put your core strength to work as you keep your torso stable while exercising the arms.