How To Do The Pilates Roll Up Exercise - For Anyone!

[@Clarky1951]

Thank you, Thank you for the wonderful tip of using a towel!! I have arthritis in my hips. And although I can achieve the roll down, the roll up is difficult for this senior lady!! And I’m so glad you stated it’s NOT weak abs that is the issue!! And that using a towel is “NOT CHEATING”. That makes me feel so much better about myself. 🥰

[@JoMoyes]

The towel tip was amazing!! I really thought I'd never be able to do the roll up. And I have now tried it for about 5 minutes with the towel getting gradually thinner until I was then able to roll up without it. Thank you so so much!!

[@julianeumann7337]

I am speechless. This exercise feels so easy now. For years I thought something must be terribly wrong with my belly. Thank you so much for this explanation and hack

[@JessicaValantPilates]

That's wonderful!

[@erma1234able]

My First time!! I Love your presentation! (80 yrs. Young!😊)Thank You!!

[@ccielebbg]

So thankfully I randomly came across your video! I always get stuck on the roll up part, having to rely on momentum. But when I tried the towel trick with a very thin towel, it worked! I was shocked, honestly. Thank you so much!

[@dgriffin1252]

Game changer!! I thought I was doomed never to do a roll up. I WAS the woman who would flounder around on the floor like a salmon… not anymore!! That is incredible and certainly a confidence boost!! Thank you so much for sharing this Jessica

[@juliawelch1153]

The towel assist is amazing. I couldn't roll up until I tried it. What a game changer!

[@Carlene-2345]

The towel tip worked for me! I did a pilates roll up for the first time. So excited! Thank you!!

[@absentmindedcat]

I've looked at so many videos and this one finally helped me do my first successful roll up! Thank you so much for this, I was getting so down on myself. ❤❤❤

[@aprilcaddell6335]

Thanks so much!! The roll up was making me feel so weak even though I know I have core strength. The towel is a game changer.

[@carlakohli9690]

Wow, thanks Jessica! Super idea. I have been struggling with this for years, thinking my abs were not strong enough. I‘m excited to get started!

[@JessicaValantPilates]

I hope it helps!

[@sheiladai7454]

This towel idea works right away. I’ve always had problems exactly at the point you indicated which I get stuck in trying to curl back up. Just the extra coverage in the hollow of my back allows me to come right back up. Thanks so much Jessica for providing this very valuable segment.

[@aerialkitty6025]

Thank you so much for the towel advice!!!!

[@tiffanymorris3520]

Thank you! I finally did a roll up to teaser! It was the towel prop that helped me so much! I have a big bum and curved lower back so I think that is what my issue was

[@c.v.3174]

Thank you! Your video helped a lot!

[@danielastollsoprano]

First time I was ever able to do the roll up (with the towel). Wonderful tip. It's easier to get there step by step.

[@tuyetcong-ton-nu1388]

Wow! I tried the towel and it worked! I am so thrilled! I have been struggling with the roll up and always skip it but now I can do it! Thank you, Jessica! I really enjoy exercising with you! Blessings!

[@maveblack339]

I’m definitely trying this today!

[@johannawestin5277]

Thank you! I am trying to get better at body weight exercises and felt so discouraged when i could not do sit up or roll ups, i will try this tomorrow and hopefully i can do it! I have set a goal that i want to be able to do a pilates workout one day where the baseline is roll ups. 😍💪

[@Joan-ib7bo]

Oh my god the towel really helps! I’ve been going to barre class so many times and couldn’t get that roll up done right. My body wants to plop and drop whenever I roll down!

[@우진이의성장일기]

Wow!! It really worked!! Thank you for the amazing tip!

[@SandriaDore]

This is extremely helpful and encouraging for myself and those who struggle with rolling up/down. Thank you for this wealth of information!

[@martinaprinz3001]

I would never have thougt that I was able to do a roll-up. Miraculously with your towel method I had for the very first time the possibility to feel the motion im my body. Thank you soooo much for this great advice, I am a big fan of yours and a 1000thanks for the content you share on youtube. thank you so much!

[@maiko6126]

Thank you, Jessica! I was always having a hard time rolling up and the “towel”prop makes me strong and confident!! I am so happy that I reached your video!

[@lapis_lazzuli]

WOW!!! Thank you so much. I just tried it and it WORKED. 🎉 I'm over the moon. I haven't been able to do this even one time in class.

[@DenineS]

This tip was just what I needed to do a roll up and help make me feel successful to keep going.

[@atsukosakai1565]

Rolling up has become so much easier thanks to your advice !

[@colleensteele]

This is fantastic! Very helpful. I LOVE this channel and all her videos, possibly the best/most enjoyable workout instructor I have found online (and I may have tried them all😗). MUCH appreciated!

[@andreasavin9372]

Fab- can now do it and am so chuffed! Thanks

[@strawberryluci916]

I am so glad I found your videos. They really helped me into exercising regularly. Thank you so much for that!

[@JessicaValantPilates]

You're so welcome!

[@Katie-hy5ec]

Thank you! I watched so many tutorials before somebody (you) mentioned lordosis and having nothing to push against. That makes so much sense. I am feeling very happy now. It is easy with the towel.

[@onioluwadunni7183]

Thank you so much for the towel tip. Really helped!

[@panteahonarfekrbiria6708]

Thank you 🙏 the second tip helped me a lot!

[@laurakalinosky-sanchez922]

What a wonderful adjustment! So simple, yet so effective! Thank you!

[@Aristael]

Bless you for this video! So helpful!

[@rosachristopherson4309]

Thank you. Very encouraging!

[@karendawber9900]

This is my favourite tip, I have been using it for years now and I originally learnt it from one of your previous videos. Thank you.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

That's great!! You are so welcome :).

[@JoyceKorn]

absolutely helped...been struggling to do this!

[@fati.castillo99]

this is why i love ur channel sm thank u queen love u

[@donnaduffy3473]

❤️ very helpful to add the towel

[@carmenross1077]

Will try tomorrow thank you

[@uweabraham3134]

Yes! that makes alot of sense to use aids so you dont try and do jerky movement when coming back up .And you can use gravity going down to strengthen as you progress so you can do both rolling up and down smoothly!!👍

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Yes!

[@krisscott4826]

I was able to do it with your brilliant advice. Thanks!

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Fantastic!

[@reina619]

Wow it worked!! Thank you so much!

[@CityOfTinyLines]

OMG!!! That works!... Thank you so much.

[@fund699]

Thanks for the tip 🎉 I can do roll ups now

[@CH-bd4ll]

Apparently I have quite a big curve in my back which can make staying in neutral difficult when doing ab exercises like leg raises. Do you think this would help?

[@m4slater]

WHAT?!!!! I have been trying to do roll ups for months! I just though it was because I had a fusion that I was unable (and that I am out of shape and I over weight). It works! You are the best! I wish yiu had been my PT after my knee, back, and hysterectomy surgeries!!

[@JessicaValantPilates]

I'm so glad the tip was helpful and you found a way to make it work for your body!

[@stepitupwithchellsey3025]

much appreciated! I thought I'd never be able to master the roll up :)

[@kathykelly2148]

Was able to do first roll up after trying many times using the towel. Great tip. Just wondering if roll ups are safe if diagnosed with osteoporosis. Thanks in advance.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

It really depends on the person. I tend to avoid roll ups if there is osteoporosis present unless I can be there personally or train the person individually. I would ask your doctor!

[@claudiaavalos5756]

Thank you! I will definitely be trying this! The roll up has been such a struggle for me. Will let you know how I do now.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Please do!

[@solarwind1985]

Great class!!

[@hanaineu]

this helps so much!!!! Thank you very much!!!!

[@plunkybug]

This is something I have been thinking about trying recently so thanks for sharing. I think I might need a towel.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

It's super helpful!

[@plunkybug]

Jessica Valant Pilates I did try it and you were right where it was problematic. I did try it again with a towel and it was better but still challenging. It’s possible that it wasn’t in the right place to be more helpful but I did get up.

[@TitianTexan]

I used to be able to do these and did them well. Then I had 2 C sections and even after 19 years, can no longer roll up. I can roll just a bit and then can't go any further. It's pretty discouraging, but my Pilates coach shared that with me and it was a light bulb moment for me.

[@RuriImako]

Bloody hell, I did it! Amazing! 😅

[@debbieMcEnaney]

Brilliant

[@manishazalte8813]

धन्यवाद

[@rodelynmejos3031]

I been trying 2years ago it work on me but I stop last year I think to do it again thanks

[@a.l.9765]

My barre class does this often. Is it safe for prolapse?

[@nagdeolife]

It didn't work the first time. So I folded the towel in half again, and made a thicker roll. Then I was able to come up, but my legs left the ground. Thanks for the tip, Jessica. I also find i can do roll-ups in bed. Just not on a bare floor.

[@joannetan4344]

Same for me, I wonder why…. So frustrating

[@karenm71330]

Is this safe to do with rectocele and cystocele?

[@edissab.9991]

Beginning wih a towel, I now use only a pair of socks... or a light sweater sleeve. Don't think I'll ever be able to roll up without but I don't mind. ;)

[@JessicaValantPilates]

That's great to progress that way!

[@loriwilliamson5738]

I have a flat butt and very straight spine so a small space. The towel makes it harder for me. Have you seen this before? I can do the roll down, but not a roll up. Any suggestions?

[@leonidasyanetflores2645]

Great 👍

[@angiecameron245]

I have a very stiff background. How can I get my back to flex?

[@rondaguidry889]

in your experience is a roll up safe for those who are post-hysterectomy?

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Once you are cleared by your doctor it is safe, but it takes a while to build back up to it! It probably took me six months to feel comfortable and strong in a roll up again after my surgery, and it was even better at a year.

[@rondaguidry889]

@@JessicaValantPilates thanks. I just hit 12 weeks now, so i'll wait a bit :)

[@joesielskisr4911]

I had a lady had me with weight

[@brigidparker4696]

Sorry didn’t work for me. Still can’t do it no matter how thick the towel.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

That's ok! You don't have to do a roll up to do Pilates :)