28 Day Wall Pilates Challenge -DAY 5 Wall Pilates Abs

[@rachelsfitpilates]

STEPS TO START THE FREE 28 Day WALL PILATES KZbin CHALLENGE: 1. Go to my main page & hit SUBSCRIBE (it's free to subscribe) www.youtube.com/@rachelsfitpilates 2. Download and/or print the FREE Printable PDF Wall Pilates 28 KZbin challenge PDF: rachelsfitpilates.myflodesk.com/28daywallpilatesyoutubechallenge 3. Click the picture on the plan to be redirected to your video of the day on KZbin, or go to my page and scroll down to see “28 Day Wall Pilates Challenge” section to begin Day 1 video & all videos located by day. See the intro video: 28 Day Wall Pilates Challenge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaGyXqKPacujn7Msi=OjHkY71sm5tmY4ui Exclusive discounts: Want to see how many calories you burn in your workout? See my exclusive link to get a Whoop (First month free + Band included! www.join.whoop.com/en-US/rachelsfitpilates .. tracks calories burned, sleep, recovery) Have a weight loss goal? Try Carbon Macro Coach with 5% off subscription using my link below: web.joincarbon.com/?via=rachel

[@MaríaAurora-u4z]

I love that the workouts are short enough for me to keep going on. Day 5 done!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Great job! Yes totally my goal to make it achievable but still feel like a workout 😊

[@americants5006]

Finished the 28 day and I’m going back through for a second time, I’m already noticing a change in my body and an increase in strength!

[@MaryCampbell-i4b]

I just finished Day 9 of the 28-day challenge. As someone who is overweight & out of shape, these have been really great. The individual routines are a good length to keep me going & motivated. I’ve already realized I will need to complete this challenge again before adding more intensive routines. But my new goal is to be able to do a full roll up!!!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

That's amazing!! I know I just love that roll up, it's such a measurable way to notice strength and to set a strength goal. I'm so happy this challenge has been a good fit for u!

[@tessshuman6984]

You have motivated me!

[@CharlineArcher]

I'm in the same boat. 62 and overweight. Just completed day 9. So glad I found this challenge. Thank you Rachel!

[@MichelleStrach]

I just completed day 5 of the challenge. I love that I have enough time to commit to these short, yet effective, sessions each morning. The variety is great, too! I did not realize you could do so much with a wall!

[@sleepdestroyer27]

Did this one fully extended and oh boy can I feel the burn! Really love your instruction in this one, how you narrate what’s going on and why. Another wonderful day begun with Rachel!

[@NicoleMehling]

Day 26 for me. I love the challenge and that I stayed with it the whole time. The workouts are long enough to make a difference and short enough to keep me going. Thank you!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

That's incredible!! So proud of you for staying consistent. I'm so glad you've liked the challenge!

[@kbayy]

Okay, I’m so proud of myself! I just finished day 9 of this 28 day challenge and I’ve never felt this motivated and excited to continue any workout! I love that they are not as vigorous workouts so it helps me know I can keep going! Rachel, thanks for being such a great teacher! I’m already feeling better after day 9, physically and mentally! ❤️🌸

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wow that’s so great! Proud of you!

[@juliemelvin8498]

Thanks

[@rachelsfitpilates]

so kind of you, thank you!

[@MamaBear-qh1lk]

I started doing this 4 weeks ago…I was looking for something that would help me build my strength and range of motion and tone my body. I have a lot of physical health issues so I have a lot of pain and weakness….I just turned 49 this year and was not happy with my body and the struggles. Longer story short….41/2 weeks later…. My range of motion, pain level, and strength have improved significantly and added bonus….I’ve lost 5 pounds and 2 inches in my waist! Thank you so much Rachel, for providing this for free. What an incredible gift! Love it!! 💝

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wow incredible!! Thank u for sharing

[@pascalepaulin1714]

Day 5 completed... and my daughter is here everyday! Thank you so much. Nice mother and daughter time!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

oh wow thats so adorable! You are a great example for her :)

[@mangotango3640]

Whew! Day 5 done. What an enjoyable and challenging routine. My abs are screaming! My goal is to be able to do a full roll up soon. I added some squats afterwards. Thanks Rachel. See you tomorrow.

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Yess absolutely! I’ve had many come through here and can’t and over time they get it! It’s so awesome to see. Keep it up!

[@alisonbradfield]

I am so happy I found these workouts. They have been a great alternative as I am not able to do my usual strenuous workouts due to medical issues. I am able to maintain the gains I had before from my regular workout and I can feel myself getting stronger with each workout. A BIG THANK YOU Rachel 🤗

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wow that’s so great to hear!! Thanks for taking the time to comment

[@awomanwithaplan]

Just did Day 4, thank you, Rachel! My favorite of The Days so far! As I "predicted" a few days ago, the way this Challenge is working on my psyche as it works in my body, is really, really deepening the confidence I feel in a financial challenge I recently set for myself. This Rachel's Fit Challenge is giving me the physical sensations of who I truly I am! 💜 Thank you so much!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wonderful!

[@awomanwithaplan]

😊🌾🌴

[@ACertainShadeOfJordann]

I am on day 13 of 75 HARD and I have been using your videos every morning for my first workout. I LOVE THEM! They are so fun and still challenging. Thank you so much!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

wow that is so awesome! such a great use of one of your workouts :)

[@suzanne-mariebotha2544]

Done with day 5 today! Got a bit out of the routine I set during the week, so I'm glad I got back into it despite the challenges. Tomorrow should be back at normal pace again. 💪🏻✨

[@teresahester6810]

Thank you Rachel for these sweet, short, able-to-do videos. I CAN do them (not perfectly) so I KEEP doing them! Very inspiring.

[@rachelsfitpilates]

You are so welcome!

[@sleepdestroyer27]

Only Rachel can be gentle while she lights those abs on fire! Loved the wall roll ups. There are several moves here that I'm adding to my abs vault.

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Haha that’s great!! I’m so glad u liked this one!

[@flourishwithdr.b5866]

Just finished day 15!! I feel a difference from when I first did this session on day 3. Very gratifying! Thank you Rachel ❤

[@flourishwithdr.b5866]

Just finished day 5 and I know this sounds like a commercial but I already FEEL so much better in just these few days. More energy, less cravings for sweets and junk food. More cravings for nutritious foods! Thank you Rachel!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Aw that’s great!!

[@SimplifyingTheSatherns]

This was day 17 for me and it’s mind blowing how much stronger I feel and how much my neck pain has decreased. Thank you for creating a workout routine that works AND doesn’t feel like a chore. 💕

[@rachelsfitpilates]

You're so welcome! It’s so rewarding for me to hear 🥰

[@jomashort]

Day 5 done! I love that I can do this daily before my kids wake up and it doesn’t take a lot of time. ❤

[@Mahimag9]

Crushed it! So proud of myself for being consistent! Bent on seeing these 28days through! Thank you!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Yes!! Proud of u too!

[@Heather-p3c]

Day 17! Everyday I complete a workout I'm more and more proud of myself for sticking to it! Thank you Rachel :)

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Great job!

[@mweiniger3700]

Done! Day 5 for me. I am recovering from some injuries so these are just right and easy to adapt. Thank you!!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

I’m so glad!

[@lorrainewarena6934]

Thank you Rachel. I had 2 days off after travelling, then continued on Day 17, Round 2. Thoroughly enjoying the work outs. ❤

[@montserrattoledano3978]

I looooved that movement when we bridge up and point the leg towards the ceiling!!! I think i really loved how it is getting easier! Thank you, Rachel. ❤

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Glad you liked it!!

[@fanimotesnitsa8467]

Day 9 done! The 12 minutes video it was exactly what I could follow as a person who haven't exercised all my life. I see on myself getting more core strength day by day. Thank you Rachel! ❤❤❤❤

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Great job!

[@JoanneClarke-d1j]

Just finished day 17 of the 28 challenge. Absolutely love it! Struggle with my back when feet are on the wall, didn’t want to give up so I leave them on the floor. Better doing something than nothing and I don’t struggle now. Thank for the challenge ❤

[@rachelsfitpilates]

That’s great! Totally ok to modify

[@nicholeroberts7042]

Day 5 done! I look forward to these effective short routines to stay consistent!❤

[@zsuzsmo82]

Hello Rachel!! Just wanted to share with you my progress! I am doing your exercises since august and today finally I managed to do the full sit up with the press on the wall!!!! I am so happy! I am 41 and I can feel my strength building up!! Thank you 😊

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Yayy!! That is SO awesome. It’s so encouraging to see improvements like that isn’t it?? Thanks so much for sharing that with me!

[@neni05]

Day 5 done! 20 min on stationary bike as warm up since it’s raining like crazy outside! Good workout! Thank you so much!

[@pdxoregon1]

Wow! That was so great! I am 62 years old, so this is just the right kind of ab exercise for me😊

[@rachelsfitpilates]

That’s so great to hear!

[@cookienmac]

Thank you so much for this beginners Pilates series. I’ve been doing it for three weeks and I totally am so much stronger! The length makes me willing to commit to every day. Many thanks!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Aw I love to hear that!! So glad u are enjoying the workouts 🥰

[@Tecinospam]

Doubled up day 4 and 5 to make up for my skipped day. This would be a great add-on for me each day if I feel like I need more core workouts. Thank you for this!

[@gloriousrunway2316]

That was the best ab workout ever! Love pilates ab exercises! Great that they protect your back too! I skipped the weekend. Feel so relaxed after stretches. Thank you!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

So glad! I love this one so much too, so glad u like it

[@txcarebear22]

Day 17 ✅ Love the short, effective ab routine and that you still threw in some single leg bridging. 😉 Whoo wee, though, that teaser crunch is definitely something to strive for! Wish I had the magic circle for that one! Once I’m up in that position, I can stay there, but getting there from the ground is super challenging. Thank you so much, Rachel, for making this available to us for free. Bless you!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

you're so welcome! I'm glad you are enjoying the challenge and great job being consistent!

[@ЕкатеринаТортунова]

Day 18 done! Thanks, Rachel, for this wonderful challenge. It is the first time i am doing an everyday challenge and still haven't quit, and i feel much much better.

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wonderful! Amazing u have made it this far, great job!

[@rocks160]

On day 19 of my workout here and just did an extra 10 min workout. Love it great for the heart to get pumping in the morning. Sending love from the Caribbean Island of Trinidad & Tobago ❤

[@rachelsfitpilates]

wonderful! so great to "meet" u and so cool to see you are from the Caribbean!

[@laurameer5087]

Love your workouts! I have done many of your challenges and today I finally was able to do the full roll up! Thanks for all the great routines.

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wow amazing! Great job!

[@Danyellharris]

Day 9 Done!💪🎉 I missed it yesterday, so had to make sure I got it completed today! My roll up was well awful, but definitely going to work on it. The change I've seen in my body in 9 days is crazy, and I'm actually sticking with it. After 3 kids, currently 15mo PP and still breastfeeding, I didn't think I'd see many results, especially this soon, but wow! I'm so glad I found you on here!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wow that’s incredible thanks so much for sharing that with me! And yes it’s such a tough one but I wanted to put it in there so you could see measurable progress as you get stronger! 🙌🏽

[@margaretha8304]

I finished day 9 today. I like it very much. Its not to long so I can do it. I have longcovid so not much energie. I also do yoga for 30 years now. But together with pilates 10 min a day its great❤❤ thank you. Love from Holland

[@rachelsfitpilates]

I am so happy to hear that you like it! It's great you combine the exercises like that! Keep up the great work :)

[@LalaLala-ho1wh]

I feel that burn! 💪🏻Thank you,Rachel!

[@discgolflily]

I’ve always dreaded core work but i love how much you vary the moves- keeps me distracted and before I knew it was over 😊 Day 17 is in the books!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Great job!! So glad it’s tolerable haha

[@claireisaac195]

Day 5 (29.6.2024) It's the weekend and my motivation level was up at the crack of dawn so have completed the workout early today. That was the perfect way to start my weekend - thank you!

[@tashademarsh4996]

Ok I’m working on the July calendar. Today was the first time I could do the full sit up with pressing my feet into the wall! I’m feeling accomplished 😊! Thank you, Rachel

[@rachelsfitpilates]

yay!! best feeling isn't it?? great job!

[@tashademarsh4996]

Yes thank you so much!

[@katherinecorey9635]

Look I’ve been cursing your name through these exercises (not really just being like wtf how you do that ) and I’m actually starting to get better and I’m very happy so thank you

[@rachelsfitpilates]

haha that's great!

[@maryellenguinto2356]

Thanks for the tip about supporting the neck. Day 5 is done!

[@Oyenonymous]

Day 5 completed. Thanks Rachel 😊. New goal is to do a full roll-up and improve the alternate arm crunches. I'm really uncoordinated 😅

[@curlupwkelli]

your suggestion to push into the feet really helped! thanks ! love

[@rachelsfitpilates]

So glad you are here! Check out all my Wall Pilates Workouts here: kzbin.info/aero/PL6F8elYp4eOGhFHF73WRCNhp1jV5DfuKd

[@becca4998]

thank you🤗 rachel you rock😎💕 awesome ab workout, doing two today💪 stay free, safe, selfsufficient & unified✨ all praise, credit, faith, hope, truth, wisdom, trust, guidance, respect, love & glory to the Creator of the Universe🌈

[@janicemacdougall1844]

This was my first time doing a wall Pilates workout and I loved it even though I couldn’t do a lot of it myself, yet. Thank you 😊

[@rachelsfitpilates]

That’s ok! Keep up the great work 😊😊

[@txcarebear22]

Day 5 Done ✅ Great quick ab hit! Thank you, Rachel!

[@discgolflily]

The tip for neck support came at the perfect time! Looking forward to feeling that improve over this course. Day 5 ✅

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Perfect!

[@tetneym5749]

Day 9. Wow feel the stretch. I like this challenge being such a mix of different workouts and different times. it's keeping me really engaged. :)

[@cabananabana]

Day 10, I did this short practice for the second time and I can definitely see my progress, I could do 3 full roll up today ( last time I could just lift my elbow!) 💪

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wow incredible! Great job! 😍

[@kaelabook]

Day 9 finished! I have found my love for wall pilates 😍 9 days until I get married! Probably tmi but my dress needed to be let out, and is still a little tight so I'm praying that if I continue with this and my eating habits, it'll fit perfect!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

aw congrats on your upcoming wedding!! I'm sure you will be beautiful :) I also have some cardio workouts that may be helpful, this is a list of them :) kzbin.info/aero/PL6F8elYp4eOG4orfKTkqPCoT8ZnWr7LoJ

[@kaelabook]

@@rachelsfitpilates Thank you!!

[@mariacarballojonatanluque157]

Happy Friday!! Day 5 done, I did enjoy this one a lot, I always enjoy abs and core exercises, and to use the wall is new to me. I'll be back on Monday, the weekend I will practice my yoga with Kino McGregor and meditation. Have a lovely weekend. ❤

[@rachelsfitpilates]

thank u! u as well. glad u liked it!

[@glaeli1184]

Day 5 done!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Aw thank you! That’s means so much to me, I’m so glad you enjoy them! ❤️

[@bismuth-babe]

Day 5! I have been having issues keeping up because of my blood sugar issues... i would feel sick in the middle of the workout. But we press on! Just completed this with my auntie and I feel great, loose and limber :)

[@neni05]

Day 17 done! I feel great! Thanks so much!!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

You're so welcome!

[@MrsCool-lg3du]

Day 5 done. I’ve been doing 2 workouts every other day to make time for cardio. Love all the stability work!

[@vanbelle24]

Just finished Day 4, I love the stretch in between or rest day. Thanks

[@Godfidence282]

Round 2 Day 9 was A BEAST - and I loved it! This time around, I am really locked in on not dropping my hips while performed the raised leg circles! I also got a compliment that I was getting smaller! Toned and beyond!🎉🎉🎉

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wow amazing! Great job for being so consistent, you’ve been really putting in the work!!

[@kaylacyrus]

Keeping myself accountable this way! Day 5 complete 🥳

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Woo love that! Great job

[@naomibailey6886]

Day 9 ✅ loved this workout … checked back on my notes for Day 5 of the wall Pilates challenge and I said the same thing - so it must be true. 😀

[@naomibailey6886]

Day5 done … oooh I can feel those Abs … loved it - really enjoying this challenge Rachel, thank you for making it accessible to everyone 🥰 see you tomorrow ☺

[@rachelsfitpilates]

You're so welcome!

[@gildafernandes8741]

Gratitude!!🙏🏻💚✨️

[@lauralancaster8330]

Day 9❤ I love how easy it is to commit to this length of time

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Yes! So glad it’s working nicely for u

[@laurynmayer4887]

Day 17 and getting stronger - Yay!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wonderful!

[@imstrong8211]

Day 9 completed, I did a little workout before the video 🥰🥰🥰

[@nicoleioannou8427]

Day 5 completed yay! I have been walking at least 20 mins every day too to go with the work out, felt the burn today with the an work out but next round will be easier

[@LeighannMarkalunas-gd3jc]

Ha! Never mind ~ just saw it right below my comment. 😂. I will definitely be adding that challenge to my repertoire. Thank you!!!

[@louisecumberbirch2141]

I am really feeling a difference now day 6 week 2 of Sept with Day 6 week 3 of the 28 day WL and Strength calendar. Thank you 😊

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Great job!

[@smbrowngirl]

Day 5. Great quick ab workout. Feeling the progression in my body!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Great job!👏🏽

[@user-js3fd9hh5v]

Day 5, done! I did it 2x since it was short. I’m a mom of 3.. (twins and a toddler) I have a lot of stretch marks surrounding my bellybutton and a little pouch that I am trying to get rid of. Not sure what to expect but I am really enjoying doing this. I feel the burn and the aches of the areas we work on. Thank you for this.

[@rachelsfitpilates]

That’s great! I hope it helps!

[@mishmash2157]

Hi 55 yo day 9 done sad I miss another day yesterday 😢 but I'm just going to keep moving forward...we have 35 below zero here and no excuses but getting through the day was hard...I will be here tomorrow! 💪

[@rachelsfitpilates]

You got this! I’ll see u tomorrow 😊

[@mweiniger3700]

Day 17 done (I skipped some days- full weekend) but back on track. Love that I can jump back in.)

[@stefanihearts_]

Still following the challenge and I'm feeling great!

[@suchismitadash351]

just done with day 5! I took rest day yesterday as I am a beginner for pilates (tbh it was a break needed😂) but still going on and looking forward to day 6's exercise! kudos to ya! ❤❤

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Haha great job! Totally ok to take breaks 😃

[@staciecagle4171]

Day 9 complete! I am so proud of myself, I got up and got day 9 complete with 6 granddaughters watching lol but I got threw it 🎉

[@rachelsfitpilates]

haha wow great!!

[@tiffanycooper3180]

I'm going to be honest here. I did not feel up to doing any workouts today. I had a long day and I was still aching from yesterday. But that was all an excuse because before I knew it a little encouragement and I was right back at it. I'm glad I stuck it up. Day 5 accomplished!❤

[@rachelsfitpilates]

You did it! So glad u showed up

[@mommap9985]

Another workout complete. Thank you. Definitely challenging!!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

You're so welcome!

[@iiiKomi_Korneriii]

Thank you for the workout! This is day 9 for me

[@jot2373]

Day 5 done, I feel super proud as I had really long and stressful day, and was extremely tempted to skip it today. But here I am 😀

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Great job!

[@julieniemann3410]

Loved this ab workout. I can’t do the full sit up/crunch. Any tips/tricks would be greatly appreciated. You are amazing and I enjoy your workouts. ❤ Thank you!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

The biggest thing is the foot positioning to leverage getting up! And strengthening the front of the abs

[@tiffanycooper3180]

I cussed doing the wall Ab-tail bone crunch. Not from pain but shock. Finally, I was able to surpass the level of difficulty I desired. Day 17 amazed 👏 ❤️ 😮

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Yay! So glad you’ve made it this far great job!

[@jenmcmahon310]

This is the 3rd time I’ve done the 28 day challenge! I love all your videos 🫶🏼 The videos are the perfect length to get in a quick workout with 2 feral little boys running around 🤪 I do have one request… Do you mind doing more videos for the Pilates bar? 🙏🏻 I LOVE the reformer but I don’t have one at home.

[@rachelsfitpilates]

yes ive been getting more comments about the pilates bar lately! next month I will put some on here!

[@rileygoumas9614]

Day 5! It hard on motivation but once a start I feel amazing! Thank you!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Great job!

[@Reni-co3gu]

Day 5 and I see my mommy pooch going back! Thank you so much for these exercises

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wooo awesome!!

[@Tajfitjourney24]

Day 5. Full range intermediate sit up was impossible until I repositioned.. helpful description on how to do it properly. Another great workout Rachel🙌

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Fantastic! yes the positioning with all the joints makes a big difference here.. its fun once you get it. glad u did!

[@gingerbreadhouse5669]

day 9 done❤ i love love all of the workouts plus the stretches. i feel so strong Rachael Thankyou sm for this❤❤

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Wonderful 💗

[@cabananabana]

I loved this one, perfect for when you’re short on time

[@inspire8808]

Day 26! Such a good abs workout .... thanks so much Rachel!

[@rachelsfitpilates]

You're so welcome!

[@sleepdestroyer27]

After finishing the 28 day challenge I still have this one on rotation to add as a finishing touch for other workouts. I love it so much 🔥

[@rachelsfitpilates]

that's great! im the same I love this one at the end of a workout!

[@mangotango3640]

Hey! I made it to day 17!!!! Amazing.

[@rachelsfitpilates]

Great job!!

[@curlupwkelli]

did day 5 ! thanks soooooo much i love the quick deep practice !

[@rachelsfitpilates]

You're so welcome!

[@abegaillvillacruz-losbanos4901]

Day 11 of July challenge. Thank you so much for this!

[@detonator174]

I was bad and had a 3 day break 🥺 but I’m back … day 9 done! Feel really good, great work out and my abs feel like they’ve had a good workout! Thanks Rachel.

[@rachelsfitpilates]

that's totally fine! I'm so glad u made it back, good for you:)

[@CM-we7tl]

This happens to me. But I try to go for a fast walk if I can't have focus time with the video. As a mom, sometimes squeezing in a video with kids around can be challenging. So, on those days, I try doing a fast-paced 20-30 minute walk with my weights.