Beginner Full Body Pilates on the Wall

[@christinaleclerc6080]

This is an EXCELLENT tutorial for beginner AND seasoned participants alike! Everyone doing pilates is well served by returning to the foundation once in a while…doing so can have a profound impact on your practice & strength. The wall provides such great feedback! As a fellow instructor I appreciate your explanations, modifications, tips, reminders, etc. There’s a lot to learn in Pilates and it’s takes time and practice to correctly understand the technique. All the information you give will really help viewers be successful, safe and get results! Well done! Thank you!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Christina! And I absolutely agree. No matter how advanced/strong you are there are so many benefits of doing a class that deeply focuses on alignment and foundation. Xx

[@jessicabacon817]

As a heavier person that has multiple serious autoimmune diseases, ive had many back surgeries, permanent nerve damage in my right leg, and knee problems, it's VERY HARD FOR ME TO FIND THINGS I CAN DO SAFELY. This was my first time trying wall pilates and I definitely feel I stretched well and got a workout. I'm hopeful that this will continue to work for me and eventually help me move better and maybe lose some weight. Thank you!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

I am so happy to hear this 🤗

[@smokeyquartz222]

aww love that for you 🫶🏽❤️

[@blackbette07]

I am heavier too. I only have arthritis in my right knee and fibromyalgia. Your comment has inspired me to give this a try. Thank you for what you have written.❤

[@PilatesOnDemand]

@@blackbette07 🌸🌸🌸love this. Hope you find the class supportive and rewarding. Do what you can and listen to your body xx

[@esterfierro9609]

Feel.good

[@HighLevelNinja]

Finally! Someone who understands what “beginner” means. Thank you so very much! Excellent descriptions and explanations.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you ✨

[@Icelandscot]

I went to a “beginner’s “ yoga class after a small heart attack. It was more like gymnastics than real yoga. I sneaked out after 20 mins crying and not able to do 90% of what she was asking the students to do. As you say, Thank goodness for this lady who does realise what “beginner” means

[@msdeeandfamily]

Thank you! I just turned 60… and this is my fitness year!!!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Woohooo! Let’s go!! Glad to be a part of it 🫶

[@itstartedinla_]

LiNDSAY! This is amazing. Loved this workout for an absolute beginner like me Lindsay takes you through step-by-step with clear instruction. Can't wait to do it again. Thank you!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Gwen!!💫🫶🤍

[@jennifering7747]

I enjoyed this. I needed the constant reminders to check my position, and as someone who needs modified exercises due to a disability, this was one of the first times in recent memory I felt empowered and capable. I've been sedentary for years as exercising seems like such a huge challenge, but this made me feel great afterwards.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Aww I am SO happy to hear this 🤗

[@tonyavega2185]

I knew I was doing pilates wrong, resulting in a painful neck. Thank YOU so much for explaining the way YOU do. You have been a true Blessing!!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Tonya 💖

[@kaliluvs]

This is my second time ever doing Pilates with this video and you have made me found my new passion thank you so much

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Aww I’m so glad to hear that Danee! 😃

[@ClaireBuck-ir3fs]

4/13/23 great workout, great instruction! I am a retired personal trainer, step aerobics instructor, and this is my first wall workout! I learned a lot from you today! My back feels 🎊 great!🎉 THANK YOU! ❤

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Claire! Glad it was informative and healing 🤍

[@lmleclair1988]

Thank you!!!! I had lower (L5S1) back surgery and even walking up a slight incline can leave me in tears. I did this a few days ago thinking "well let's see how bad I am tomorrow and if I can even get out of bed." As generally any workout leaves me in such excruciating pain getting out of bed is impossible. Day three and I'm still following this video, followed by a mix of my PT exercises and some Somatic exercises!! Thank you!!!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Amazing to hear Lauren 🤍🫶✨

[@angelafaust3757]

Thanks for actually being beginer friendly ❤

[@PilatesOnDemand]

You are so welcome ❤️

[@dianasmithbookstoinpire1958]

This really helped me with my back problems thank you it's a great way to ease back into exercise.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Amazing to hear that ✨

[@thecurlycamperhelenmilroy1370]

Excellent...I find holding my posture difficult and placing a small pillow behind my head really helped. Surprising how hard I worked considering the small movements. Thank you x

[@PilatesOnDemand]

That is a fabulous adjustment and use of prop!! Glad you enjoyed it xx

[@rachellepetrie668]

Thank you! This is the first video that I was able to get my butt off the floor. After a back injury I've been struggling to find a video to help get me started.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Oh I’m so glad it was helpful 😊

[@private6095]

It was so healing as I am searching for a way to recover from « long Covid » steadily without injury … I need to release stress ! I will continue with your practice, daily ! Thank you ❤

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you for being here! ❤️ hope you feel better!

[@mariecat07]

I've been looking for a really good beginners program for myself. I love your energy. I'm excited to start this 🥰 I've had 5 knee surgeries (including two total knee replacements), 2 carpal tunnel surgeries, a torn rotator cuff, hip pain, bad back pain, accompanied by fibromyalgia and arthritis. I'm only 46. I used to play a lot of sports until my first knee injury and it just went downhill from there. So I'll really excited to start this program of yours! Thank you🙏🙏🙏

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Marie. Glad you found me! Hows the program going for you?

[@rabiatuyemisiabioye1307]

This is very good. I am just a beginner and I am already in love with this. Very good teacher.❤

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you❤️

[@Totajee79]

Fabulous. Such great instructions. Thank you.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you🤩

[@cecivelazquez483]

This was such a great video. I’ve been doing exercise at home for a month, and I know my results aren’t gonna be as quickly as someone who goes to the gym, but for me this is everything, all I need it work in my consistency and I’ve been wanting to do wall pilates for a while. Your form of instruction was so good, specially for the posture, I always forget to keep a steady posture, thanks so much! Planning to do this for the remainder of the year 🎉. Wish me luck ❤

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Fabulous to hear!! So happy to have you on here! Keep me posted on your progress 😘❤️

[@cecivelazquez483]

@@PilatesOnDemand Thank you so much! Of course, I’m planning on being better each day. ☺️☺️

[@MzMnTT]

Thank u for that, I really enjoyed doing it with u. This is a new path for me so I'm very pleased it was with u. U was great.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Aww I’m so glad we are on it together glad you enjoyed it 😃🥰

[@moyenaniazi8281]

Second day of doing this! Thanks to my friend I am inspired to do thirty days of this!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

That’s Amazing Moyena! Keep it up! Let me know if you see or feel any changes after 30 days😃

[@moyenaniazi8281]

Third day! Missed yesterday but am back

[@Flamingtrashbox002]

Amazing explanation! No pain and only muscles are sore after using this method! Thanks so much!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Soo happy to hear that xx

[@rachelwalter6432]

Loved this! I heard and felt lots of pops as my spine released tension. I love working out and thought this might be too easy but I appreciated you explaining how to intensify a bit and the reminders to check position!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thanks Rachel!! Glad you enjoyed.

[@gitanashimmy4756]

I have I jueves to my core, back, neck, knees and hips. Plus autoimmune issues. I used to be a Nelly dancer but my health issues destroyed that and made me gain a lot of weight. I’m looking forward to trying this. I’m 43 but in my current condition, need something even seniors could do. This looks like it’s REALLY beginner - just what I’ve been looking for but couldn’t find! And ignore the complainants about “talking too much.” We need the instruction and encouragement. Much appreciated! ❤

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Gitana! I will keep talking no worries ☺️😆😘 hope you enjoy the workout and find it helpful!

[@nataliequintana1980]

Thank you for this video! I’m obese according to my Dr..have pre diabetes, high cholesterol and triglycerides so my number one change is diet and number two is exercise. This has helped me start that. ☺️

[@PilatesOnDemand]

I am so glad you found my videos helpful 😊☀️

[@pinestone406]

I love this! Thank you! I have a musculoskeletal injuries and have a lot of tension in my back and focusing on posture is very important to me

[@PilatesOnDemand]

🤗🤗

[@mazsroy9]

Loved your explanations and attention to detail and proper alignment. Makes such a difference to getting the benefits. Thank you.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Mary-Ann!

[@janemcginn9205]

Thank you so much for this work out. I don’t have money to go to see a trainer and use the reformer, but I can see how this against the wall Pilates can substitute the reformer and help you auto correct. Thanks so much I feel terrific.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Jane! 🤗🌸

[@supersketchymaryjane]

This was fun and just flew by. Thank you!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you!!

[@LisaCarlan-wq4ng]

Great job. So easy to follow her instructions. I’m a beginner and I was able to focus and execute. Thank you!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Amazing to hear Lisa!

[@krystalraven]

Thank you so much, I have had back surgery and SCAD so I have put on some kilos. This really helped to stretch and workout safely. Beginning my journey today :)

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Glad to have you here Krystal ❤️

[@zahraaabul3302]

This is perfect.. i have not feel energetic like this for a very long time🎉

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Aww I’m so happy to hear that☀️

[@pollystyrene99]

Nice! Loved the wall breathing at the beginning

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Polly!

[@alissasmith177]

I appreciate your explanations as I'm learning new things. Thank you

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Alissa I’m glad they helped :)

[@kim.hadassah]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make sure we are getting each stretch perfectly done. I can really feel the power of the workout when I do it correctly and diligently. ❤️😊

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Kim!!💖🤗

[@RamenGirl85]

Great beginner video! She thoroughly explains each exercise and why you are doing it, even down to the breathing technique. I am starting my Pilates journey this week towards a stronger back this wasn’t an intimidating video at all, in fact I plan to follow along to her videos as I advance. Thanks for sharing 😊!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you so much!!! Glad to share your fitness journey!!🤗

[@emmadavis4555]

Thanks!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

thank you for the support!

[@mashoaimasimong4891]

My first day today and it was excellent. From South Africa 🇿🇦❤

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Amazing!! Oh my goodness I’m going to South Africa soon!! Very excited ❤️❤️

[@twosongs7396]

This video is awesome! Thank you so much for creating/uploading it.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Two Songs 🫶✨⭐️

[@charmainemoon4361]

This is my very first attempt, I enjoyed it. I just wish it was a closer view because I was unsure if I was doing it correctly. I will be back for more

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you! And I appreciate the feedback 🤗

[@mariannemattinson3964]

28:14 I really enjoyed this. I have had both knees replaced and have very limited rotation in my hips so can’t cross my legs at all but was able to adapt to this and follow it fairly easily so thank you 😊

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Wonderful Marianne!!😃🥰

[@EverythingBekka]

I really enjoyed this!! You give amazing instructions & tips!! Thank you for making being disciplined & regimented easier ❤

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you I’m so happy to hear that❤️❤️

[@jessykabarnes.mommyof2]

Im loving that studio

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Ahh me too😍

[@robertamcbroom6421]

I persisted and got through it. Thank you 👌🏽

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thanks for being here Roberta!

[@nicolaorourke4755]

Cant wait to try, when im allowed unfortunately my therapist is only letting me do back streches & neck ones. Im still very tight in my upper back, so more treatment to go, before i get green light😊

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Good luck on your healing journey!

[@natashasantos892]

Just started with you! Thank you.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Glad to have you here Natasha!

[@shonuffgonnakeepitreal]

Day 23 best fit challenge 9/29/23 thank you Lindsay. I was looking for something new. I say a 14 day challenge. It wasn't free. I decided to look on KZbin and found you 1st. Thank you for your beginner tutorial. I 👍🏾. ❤️

[@PilatesOnDemand]

You are so welcome!! Happy to be part of your journey 💪🏽💛👏🏽✨

[@deraline81]

This practice is amazing, a great stretch and cool down after the gym Your guidance helped a lot, thank you 🙂

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Alina 🤗

[@debbie7018]

Oh wow that felt good. Thanks!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thanks Debbie!

[@hopehopeville3892]

The beginner that I am; I’m in. Let’s do this 😁

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Yay! Proud of you🙌🏽💪🏽✨

[@Shettagoddess]

I enjoyed this!🎉 thank you. Enjoy india

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you 🫶✨

[@sonialorenzo9223]

Awesome workout

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Sonia!

[@priyawig7946]

This was my first wall pilates trial and you are really good 👍🏼 Where is this place in Goa ? I have a home there 😊and would love to try getting some Yoga classes in.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Amazing thank you for practicing with me! It was a yoga Shala at Nalanda Retreat. 😃

[@codyyde]

Great video!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@serieuxmagique8847]

Oouuu thank you I feel very nice after doing this exercise

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Lovely!! So glad to hear that :)

[@erinjoan2070]

Thank you! ❤ that was really great , day one of Pilates for me 🥰

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Amazing Erin!! Thank you💕💕

[@KarenHernandezrz]

Hi! I’m new to Pilates! Can I do them every day? Do you have a beginner’s series here on KZbin?

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Hi Karen!! Yes, you can do them everyday. I would suggest one day off though to recover. Thanks for being here!I have a beginners playlist here: Beginner Workouts kzbin.info/aero/PLW8dYRHv4x6MEmsiTu4tK-MIonAl6QQz0

[@jm5514]

Awesome workout! For the oblique exercise, is my butt also supposed to be touching the wall at that point? Because i was having a hard time doing that while pushing my legs up the wall. Thanks so much!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Yes it is, keep working at it :)

[@jm5514]

@@PilatesOnDemand Thanks! Any tips/tricks how to get better at it?

[@cemaliyemustafa3249]

Fantastic

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you!

[@mandyrogers6645]

Just a quick question, what if you can not sit cross legged? I have problems with my right groin area where it connects into the hip. Can you do it with your legs straight out in front?

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Absolutely! Straight legs and you can sit on a pillow as well :)

[@mazsroy9]

Excellent question. Same issue here.

[@mazsroy9]

@@PilatesOnDemand , so appreciated you answering her question as that was important for me too.

[@Michelle-vk7pd]

Love it. !!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you!

[@jennyswanlund2161]

LOVE!!!!

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thanks Jenny!

[@ravercat4]

I don’t have a good wall space. Also my paint won’t let me go up down well. I did it but without the wall.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

That is a great option! Thanks for working out with me :)

[@lolaturquoise80]

hello, thanks for your video, I am going to try it. On the supported squat, the lower back, as you glide down, do I keep a little curve or do I try to paste it to the wall? I want to know before I try.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Hi Lola! I would try to keep a small natural curve there. If that causes you any discomfort or pain then I would cue for an imprint spine where you paste it to the wall. Let me know how it goes :)

[@islandgirl9562]

What is the best time of day to do this? Drink water before? During? This is something completely new ro me. Thank you

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Hi! Any time of day works. Yes, drink water before and during as needed :)

[@AmyElvis1]

This is great! Thank you 😊

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thanks Amy!

[@Shell-o9u]

AMAZING Thank you xx

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thanks Shell⭐️

[@mada4208]

I'd love to see a side view. I must be doing it wrong since the curve of my lower back has too much tension. Or maybe this is due to improper posture while working. 😅

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Hi Mada! Is your lower back touching the wall? Or is there a gap between your lower back and the wall?

[@joannewilson8000]

My first attempt at wall pilates, enjoyed it. Is the breath the same as yoga intercostal breathing?

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Hi Joanne! There are many different types of breathing but mostly yoga is more belly breathing where pilates is more intercostal breathing. The difference is that pilates aims to keep the low abs contracted and you breathe more into your rib cage and chest where as yoga would be filling up the low belly as well.

[@ads2q1]

Very nice.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you!

[@itsallgood5595]

I am an endomorph and get musccles quickly. Question : will the calf raises cause my calf muscles get big & bulky? Or will it stretch it and lean it out? Appreciate an answer. Thanks

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Hi there! This kind of exercise is known for stretching and leaning muscles out :)

[@ningwiebmer]

You are terrific! Cute as a button. Pilates is serious stuff - thank you for your clear explanations.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Nancy 🤗🤗

[@helendyer1756]

I started at the beginning but soon got cramp through my ribs and back…and mid thoracic pain. Am I doing it wrong, or is something to expect when you start?

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Hi Helen! This can be expected when starting new exercises. As long as it’s not sharp pain. With cramping I would suggest smaller range of motion when performing the exercises and less reps until the body gets use to it. Hope that helps!

[@susiesourires1413]

At 7:36, why don't we see you moving your arms back against the wall? Confusing. After the hands are straight out, I don't see any movement with the arms although I hear you saying that you are moving your arms back.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

I believe I am referring to moving the arm into the shoulder socket or spreading the collarbone

[@JennyAyoub-bv6pm]

How many times a week do I n3ed to.do for results

[@PilatesOnDemand]

3/4 :)

[@piyalichatterjee5690]

Thank you

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thanks Piyali!

[@HeatherPrince]

Love this ❤ thanks 🙏

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you Heather!🤗💖

[@Kelly-np2tg]

Thank you. I have never done Pilates before but I feel like I'm more advanced than this one.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Hi Kelly! Thanks for working out with me :) try some of my other videos I have a wide range of levels :)

[@Kelly-np2tg]

@@PilatesOnDemand ok subscribed thank you

[@Kelly-np2tg]

​@@PilatesOnDemandthank you Lindsay. I have still been starting off my workouts with this routine everyday. I have continued on with one of your more immediate routines after this one. I found a video short to where the woman puts her shoulders on the ground and feet on the wall creating a diagonal slant. Then she lifts defeat one by one, stretching the toes to the ceiling (reps x15). In the diagonal slant, she also twists her hips creating an infinity symbol (reps x15). She alternates each rep creating a total of 3 reps 3x. So I have been doing this workout. Followed by an intermediate workout of yours. Then finishing hers every day for 4 days. Then I missed yesterday and, "oh missing a day, makes the body feel it!" The day missed was a total body burn. After doing it again today my body feels back to not cramping. So I'm figuring once you get into this, it becomes a body addiction and a consequence if you miss a day.

[@janicespofford9832]

What if I can’t cross legs like that due to knee OA

[@PilatesOnDemand]

You can straighten your legs and put a pillow under you knees and move your back all the way to the wall. Hope that helps!

[@jameelahmartinez1]

Are these good for pelvic floor strengthening?

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Yes absolutely!

[@Carrrnversations]

Does it help with weight loss

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Yes

[@PinayNoona]

Can I do it on my bed? My bed is beside a wall.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Yes just be careful with the standing moves since the bed is squishy it’s harder to balance.

[@GeminiPrincess-hj9gu]

I feel more energized, but my lower back hurts now lol

[@PilatesOnDemand]

It may be that you are doing too much to quickly. Why don’t you try doing half the video or less reps per exercise. Hope that helps!

[@lkuhn4029]

What if you can't cross your legs due to an old knee surgery?

[@PilatesOnDemand]

You can sit anyway that is comfortable for you. Also sitting on a pillow can help :)

[@robertamcbroom6421]

This really hurt my back but then again I’m 64 with scoliosis 😢

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Oh I’m sorry to hear that. Modify by doing less reps or smaller range of motion until pain is gone

[@maggiephipps6223]

Rowan atkinson playing drums

[@maggiephipps6223]

Rowan atkinson playing drums

[@mysterybliss23]

I don't think I am doing it right.. Can't seem to lift/stretch my spine

[@PilatesOnDemand]

When you are in a seated position?

[@mysterybliss23]

@@PilatesOnDemand yes or am just too fat 😅

[@Omiracles]

🙏🙏

[@PilatesOnDemand]

😃

[@saii9808]

How can i lose weight without reducing the weight of butt and legs

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Do heavy squats :)

[@joangibb7480]

I have to find a wall with nothing against it

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Yes! You can always move a picture or mirror if it’s easy

[@SweetPea1970]

Anyone else concerned about the mirror behind her???

[@PilatesOnDemand]

It was sealed to the wall and very thin so luckily it all worked out :)

[@Maresrena]

I can’t get down on floor. So, I guess it can’t work for me.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Hi there! You could try this in a chair if that is better for you :)

[@audebovay8734]

It would be better to see and undrestand the exercices if you film from the side instead of behind ...

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@victoriacolesnic1068]

It is not clear,you should film with more light

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Thanks for the feedback

[@suzh4187]

The air sound?! Yikes

[@PilatesOnDemand]

This was filmed in an open air Shala in India so there are many natural sounds showing up in the video

[@Maresrena]

It’s no good if you can’t get down on the floor.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Hi there! You could try this in a chair if that is better for you :)

[@dylanabbott9209]

You lost me at back against the wall, literally can not get my back in the position you are talking about. Trying to maintain anything like it has my shoulders burning.

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Try putting a billow behind your back between you and the wall so that you can bring the wall to you

[@user-lv9dl5vp1g]

It’s too dark and hard to see

[@TheRhythmOfLife1972]

Not enough light and can't check your alignment. 🚫 not 🚫 great❕

[@PilatesOnDemand]

Try turning your brightness up on your computer

[@TheRhythmOfLife1972]

@@PilatesOnDemand Okay you filmed in the darkness.. Production is always key with sound and lighting.