28 Day Pilates Bar Challenge: Day 5

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Day 6: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6fIq2RmiLBnoa8

[@PatDonnellanArt]

Just completed day 5 workout. I love this bar! The classes are not long so that makes it easier to squeeze these in daily. I am recommending this bar to everyone!!!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Fabulous !!! Thank you 🙏🤩❤️

[@Mozart869]

Funny how I was like….oh good, we can stay on the floor, I’m tired & sore today……..well that was short lived😂😂😂. That was harder than standing! Another outstanding workout! Thank you❤

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

You are amazing!!! Huge congratulations on your hard work and dedication xx

[@MsSquirrelful]

So glad I found your channel, this is just what I needed to start my fitness journey 🥰

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

You got this! One day at a time … enjoy the journey & be proud of yourself xx 😘

[@jjm7103]

I completed day 5. What makes this okay is that you explain everything so well, encouraging me to keep going and laughing at yourself. Because if you saw me with bar wrapping the cords.😂😂😂

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

😂😂that’s both of us then !!! I’m delighted to hear you feel encouraged, we all need that in our lives … Day 5 🙌🙌🙌🙌 xx

[@Kathryn-o5f]

Wrapping the bar is just as hard. 😂😂😂

[@ChristineGriffin-h5r]

I have to say again how much I enjoy your videos. They are made for real people! I'm just starting out and doing these sessions every other day as my body starts to adjust. You are so reassuring and explain things so well. You are a pleasure to hang out with!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Wonderful! I so appreciate you taking the time to comment and hanging out with me … so much fun yet to come x Enjoy xx

[@LorraineRudd-w4z]

I used to do Pilates 20 some years ago and loved it. Then life happened and I quit doing it. I just finished day 5 and I am loving it all over again! I’m feeling it for sure but I can tell my body remembers and is thankful that I am back. I really enjoy your instruction. I feel like I am working out with a friend in my home. You are very encouraging and I actually look forward to the next workout. I only hope to get my flexibility back at 55 😂

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Thanks for sharing!! Delighted to hear you are enjoying your return to Pilates … lovely to have you onboard ❤️💯enjoy the journey xx

[@sharonbengel770]

Thank you so much Donna! I can't wait to get rid of this meno-belly!!!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

You got this! Enjoy xx 😘

[@teenafithian3561]

Love your workouts. Great instruction and your moves are nice and slow. I’m having trouble rolling the bar to get some tension though. I ended up looping the strap around the pole and make a loop then thread the strap through the loop like a half knot.

[@eileenandreagarciamontano3314]

This channel is my best find 2024🥳🥳 greetings from Colombia🙌🏽💕

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Greetings back to you in Colombia 🤗🤗 xx

[@AracellyHoustonDelRio]

5 days in and I just had to thank you! I’m 5 months post partum and your videos finally made me feel like I’m getting something in recouping strength and toning my body again. This workout was very diastasis recti friendly! I’m looking forward to this challenge every day.

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

I'm so glad! 😌 be really proud of all your efforts … one day at a time super mum ❤️

[@BredotDon]

Wow - blown away by the effectiveness of these workouts and your encouraging words. Thank you so much ❤ Day 5 ✔️

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

You're so welcome! Day 5, thats great , so much more fun to come. Keep us posted on your progress xxx

[@dalina87]

Thank you so much. Loved your side to side in the end - such a great ROM. You are definitely motivating

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Thank you !!! Let’s keep that motivation going and smash the 28 days , you’ve got this 🥰💯

[@lisawesthead9943]

Thank you so much Donna for what you do! I’ve loved all workouts but this is my fave so far! Looking forward to the rest of them

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

That’s so good to hear , thank you Lisa. I’m sure you’ll enjoy the coming days and weeks and find your favourites along the way xxx Enjoy x 🥰

[@All-fire-baby405]

Day 5 in the books! Skipped yesterday to give my back a rest. The c-curves I’m a little nervous with yet. Hate putting a lot of pressure on my lower back. Just taking it slow and easy. But I am feeling how much stronger my back is already getting. I do love the ab work though. Muscle I haven’t been able to use for far to long! Thanks Donna for another wonderful workout. 💜🙏🏻

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

You are so welcome 🙏 I love that you are listening to your body & doing what feels right whilst challenging yourself. Enjoy 😉 keep me posted on your journey xx

[@ganonmustdie1]

You don't realize how little you use certain muscles until you do these kinds of workouts! My biggest struggle today was actually my neck and shoulder stabilization! I LOVED these exercises today, thank you!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

You got this! I love that you are learning about your body . How’s the challenge? Did you manage to complete it ? Xx

[@ekisegg5316]

Great ab workout! I also did Day 1. I’m in love with that arm workout!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Brilliant … what a great day you are having 💪❤️ 😁xx

[@ekisegg5316]

@ dance class tonight!

[@louisecumberbirch2141]

Really feeling the difference now, even started your 10 minute video on my days off. ❤❤❤

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Wonderful ♥️enjoy x x

[@bellagabriel3096]

New follower here Donna🫶 I just want to say that you're doing amazing too. I like it so much that you give a detailed instructions and give encouragement everytime. I really appreciate that you considered people that do their exercise at home❤✨🙌

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Thank you and you are so welcome 🤗. Enjoy , great you are part of our team xx

[@mj6852]

5 for 5 so far! Thank you!!

[@jacalynslegtenhorst6475]

Me too, I'm loving these workouts!!!😊

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Awesome 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

That’s so good to hear…. Enjoy xx

[@johnr.7906]

Day 5 completed - loving this program!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

🙌🙌💪💪🙌🙌x

[@johannaplettenberg]

I'm so glad that i found your channel! Love working out with you!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Me too!! Delighted to have you onboard!! Enjoy 😍 x.

[@marytejral2543]

I'm on my second time through this challenge. I have given birth to 8 babies, and today my hips didn't clunk at all. Thank you!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Incredible!!! 8 babies I am in awe, hips that don’t clunk, awesome !! Awesome effort Mary 🙌💪💯

[@francid6823]

Thank so much, you are so kind and give so good energy. Just wat I need to resume my exercises journey. Love working out with you!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Hi … how’s it going … did you continue with the 28 Day Challenge? Thank you for your kind words xx

[@Thereturntoself]

Donna, thank you so much for these amazing videos. You’re so encouraging and kind and this has been my way back into my body. While I struggle more than i care to mention in these (they’re tough.😅) , they’ve been a world changer for me. ❤blessings to you

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Wonderful! You are so welcome 🙏!! Enjoy and be super proud of yourself . One day at a time xx 😘

[@AziyadeRaqs]

Day five done! And I'm actually thinking I might need the heavier resistance band, so when I re-do this challenge I'm going to go the next size up. Thank you so much for these videos!! I loved the idea behind the bar, but had no idea how to use it until I saw your channel.

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Day 5 completed 👍🙌💯 You are so welcome.. lots more fun to come xx

[@AziyadeRaqs]

@@PilateswithDonnaFinnie And with days 6 and 7 completed, I realize: I DO NOT need a heavier band. Wow!!

[@lindaharmon9468]

Day 5 Done!! Great Workout Donna 🥰

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Yay! Thank you! You too 💯💪

[@courtneyshanahan8908]

Day 5 done!! Loving this challenge so much

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Yaaay !!! Keep up the great work !! X

[@camilaarvani]

I blessed to found this amazing youtube channel. 5/28 done. amazing and intensive. Thanks

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Wow, thank you! Enjoy xx 😘

[@alejandracantu1693]

Me encanta este reto 🙌🏻🙌🏻.. Gracias!!😍.. saludos desde México 🇲🇽

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

You are so welcome, enjoy !!!xx

[@Aramhanster]

Thanks!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Thank you 🙏 so much xx

[@juliedenham4390]

Thank you for today’s challenge. I found it easier sitting up holding the bar - as if I was being pulled up😂 Mad I know xx

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Love that you enjoying the challenge and using your bar 💯have a great day xx 😘

[@MeTubinTaf4Lafs]

Hi Donna! Glad I found you! New to Bar Pilates, I’m a young 64, athletic but overweight with back issues. I just did (sort of) this day 5. I’m dealing with L3 and T1 issues so needless to say this was very challenging and I had to sit out many of the exercises. Any suggestions? Just keep at it? 🥰 Thank you!❤ Teri

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Hi 🥰fabulous to hear from you. Love that you are listening to your body. Possibly focus more on the standing workouts … with any of the workouts just allow yourself to skip any of the exercises that don’t work for you x Enjoy moving and always be proud of your efforts xx 😘

[@superprinsessan1]

Thanks , love it.

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Thank you too! Xx

[@jacalynslegtenhorst6475]

Another fabulous session ❤

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Glad you enjoyed it xx 😘

[@crose9136]

Thanks for the inspiring words.

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

You are so welcome 🙏🙏🙏🙏 x

[@brocollini]

Thank you!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

You're welcome! Xx

[@SuzanneScholten]

Hi it’s Friday morning here in Australia, 9.56am, I’m a bit late starting this challenge but I noticed there wasn’t a day 4 on KZbin or did I miss something. I’m up to day 6. Loving these bar Pilates - feeling really good.

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Here you go kzbin.info/www/bejne/laSce6RorbiNisU

[@CpnTrav]

thnk you, i love your positivity!

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

I'm so glad! Enjoy 😉 and a huge well done 👍 xx

[@BrendaJProductions]

Should I stay on one video until I have completed master the technique or should I continue on with the next one. I'm doing the 28 day Pilates Bar Challenge but I'm somewhat of a perfectionist and #4 is kicking my butt. I did finish it twice but I'm thinking I want to complete it without having too much difficulties. Am I putting to much thought process into and I should just continue on to the next video. Any suggestions would be helpful.

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Firstly… I really admire your dedication and determination!!! My suggestion is to move on with the challenge and revisit Day 4 in a week or so, you might surprise yourself at how much your strength has improved. MANY people have been very challenged by Day 4 & have messaged me & shared their surprise and frustration!! When it’s challenging focus as much as you can on your breathe, engaging your pelvic floor and allow yourself to slow down the movements. Progress takes time but I am 💯💯 sure you’ve got this xx Keep us posted on your journey.. enjoy xxx 😘

[@BrendaJProductions]

Thank you very much for responding to my questions. I really appreciate your feedback. It's encouraging to know that you support your following and that you are inspiring us not to give up even when it appears to be very difficult. I will take your advice and move on to number 5 and will continue on from there.@@PilateswithDonnaFinnie

[@Kathryn-o5f]

Thank you ❤

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

You're welcome 😊 xx

[@zaineb244]

5th day finished ✔️

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Whoop whoop 🙌 brilliant !!

[@181210st]

Day 5 done😭😭🫣😁💪🏾

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Awesome 😎💪🥳 xx

[@KimDetweiler-k3u]

I love Pilates but this is not a beginner's workout. especially day 5. Most of us have never done this before and I feel we should watch the video prior to doing it because it's too hard to watch and remain in correct position, etc.

[@PilateswithDonnaFinnie]

Hi .. thank you for your comment and feedback. I agree if you have never done Pilates before or used the bar it might be useful to watch it first. the workouts are there for you to enjoy, to learn from and hopefully build strength and mobility. If something doesn't work for your body, I would always encourage someone to tune into that, do what feels rigth. Enjoy xxx