Dragonfly Pilates & Movement in Townsville, Queensland | Pilates studio
Dragonfly Pilates & Movement
Locality: Townsville, Queensland
Phone: 0466480036
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25.01.2022 No Filter - No Lie! Cordyline? . . .... . #thistropicallife #tropicalgardening #tropicalplant #pinkleaves #townsvillewinter #dragonflypilates #pilatesteacher #saturdayteaching See more
25.01.2022 March MATness 2021 Day10 The CORKSCREW (thanks for cat bomb, Tish)... . . . . #marchmatness2021 #marchmatness #corkscrew #pilates #contrology #pilatesmatwork #verandahlates #tishfroggerforde #lovemyleggings See more
24.01.2022 Using my new levalier mic for better sound quality - I am so fancy
24.01.2022 Cat in the sun Is there anything better? . . .... . #catmum #catinthesun #townsvillewinter #homebasedstudio #workfromhome #dragonflypilates See more
22.01.2022 And were done... check out the breeze, its a freaking gorgeous day . . . .... #antigravityfitness #antigravityhammock #workoutoutside #dragonflypilates #pilatesteacher #townsvillewinter #finishedworkfortheday See more
22.01.2022 Happy August Everyone - I hope wherever you are in the world you are safe.Still feeling really fortunate that where I live we have thus far been relatively untouched This weeks WORKOUT WEDNESDAY is utilising a Magic Circle for some hip, inner/outer thigh, and abdominal love. I call this the Gingerbread Man Walk but Im sure you can think of a better name (does it even need a name? probs not) ... - Anyhoo, place the Magic Circle above your ankle bones in the softest part of your lower leg (usually just below where your calf muscle gets smaller). - Walk with as little wobble as possible down the length of your mat. Return, do again. - When I teach this in a group class we have a bit of a giggle and race to see who can get to the end of their mat first - Version #2, step inside the circle and pull the legs apart so it doesnt drop to the floor. Take baby steps and keep standing tall! Thanks for watching Interested in more? Join my mailing list for future happenings - link in bio . . . . #dragonflypilates #workoutwednesday #pilates #contrology #magiccircle #resistanceexercise #gingerbreadboy #townsvillepilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #pilatesteacher #creativepilatesworkouts #townsvillepilates #townsvillesmallbusiness #homebasedstudio
21.01.2022 Our neighbours on either side . . .... . #newneighbours See more
21.01.2022 Looking a bit like a Chookbut hey, its WORKOUT WEDNESDAY which means its time to get creative with the foam roller. KNEELING SPLIT PREP (front and side) Why not try something a little bit different? This exercise will most likely challenge your balance as well as your connectivity around your hips. Itd be really easy to hang out in this exercise so make sure to pull up and engage the quad of the straight leg thats on the roller and not go out too far.... Feel free to add whatever arm/torso variations youd like. 3-5 reps of both versions will probably be plenty to start - remember to keep the range of motion small, especially if youve never done anything like this before - listen to your body Interested in a whole mat class with me? I still have a few Zoom classes on the schedule even though my studio is fully open - link in bio to be added to the mailing list. Any exercises youd like to see? Let me know. . . . . #dragonflypilates #townsvillepilates #workoutwednesday #foamroller #foamrollerpilates #frontsplits #dontoverdoit #pilatesplay #movementshouldbefun #dragonflypilatestownsville #dragonflyhealthyliving #pilates #contrology #movementmatters #breatheandmove #moveandbreathe #townsvillesmallbusiness #pilatesteacher #homestudio #havefunwithyourexercise #strengtheningexercise
21.01.2022 Getting ready to teach some blissful AntiGravity Pilates in the Dragonfly Courtyard. This is what winter looks like in Townsville - Perfect!! . . . .... #dragonflypilates #dragonflypilatestownsville #antigravityfitness #antigravitypilates #antigravityhammock #townsvillewinter #alfrescoliving #homebasedbusiness #townsvilleshines See more
21.01.2022 Crazy plants at Cairns Botanical Garden . . . .... #tropicalplants #cairnsaustralia #cairnsbotanicgardens #orchids #butterflies #minivaycay #fnq #dragonflypilates See more
20.01.2022 They seem to have settled in . . . .... #furbabies #temporaryhouseguests #totallyrelaxed #settlingin #dragonflypilates See more
20.01.2022 Ahhh! Back in my AG hammock and it feels so good even with the sound of the washing machine and some crazy ass tropical birds in the background . .... . . #antigravityyoga #antigravityhammock #aerialyoga #dragonflypilates #dragonflyhealthyliving #fridayvibes #townsvilleshines #townsvillewinter #townsvillelocal See more
20.01.2022 More Port Douglas love from the Flagstaff Hill walking track . . . .... #portdouglas #flagstaffhill #walkingtrailscenery #minivaycay #fnq #dragonflypilates See more
20.01.2022 Is it Wednesday already?? Then that means it’s time for WORKOUT WEDNESDAY! Had the hubby pump up the FitBall today because tomorrow morning bright and early is a new/old class. Old because I taught at 6:00AM on Thursdays for ten plus years and ended the class when I moved south to give myself a break. New because now that I’m waking up at sparrow’s fart (pre sunrise this morning) it seemed silly not to add it back on to the schedule. The other new thing is that it’s going ...to be a FitBall only class. Normally I would’ve really stressed out about chopping and changing the schedule but now am trying to go more with the flow of how I’m feeling instead of what I think I’m supposed to or should be doing. Anyone else with me on that?? ...So, I did the first half of this flow with a client this morning (thanks Trish) and then played around with adding a bit of TEASER once I’d moved the mat out to the verandah. PLEASE NOTE: there is a solid window behind me that the ball is up against because if there wasn’t this (for me) would be undoable The first part is just a really lovely way to open up the chest, upper back, neck and head in a supported way - let’s call it EXTENDED ARM CIRCLES. If you add the TEASER variation then you might have to scoot your bum a bit further away from the ball to keep the effort of lifitng the legs up in the belly - I was right on the cusp of being too close Link in Bio to book classes Thursday 6:00AM: FitBall Thursday @ 9:00AM Props: Foam Roller Thursday @ 10:30AM: Beginning Mat Class (remember here in QLD we don’t observe daylight savings time) . . . . #dragonflypilates #pilates #workoutwednesday #contrology #armcircles #teaser #pilatesteaser #alfrescoliving #verandah #dragonflypilatesandmovement #pilatesteacher #homebasedstudio #newview
20.01.2022 Ready and open for business Shoutout to @ferryphoto for my temporary digs. What would I be without my friends? . .... . . #popuppilates #dragonflypilates #temporaryhome #pilatesteacher #gettingexcited #virtualmatclass #lovemyclients See more
19.01.2022 A study in (mostly) black and white March MATness Day 8 with Charlieand some sunshine Exercise of the day is ... SPINE STRETCH . . . . #marchmatness2021 #marchmatness #spinestretch #pilates ##mmthankyou #pilatesmat #pilatesmethod #classicalpilates #josephpilates #keepmotivated #dragonflypilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #charliebowenforde #pilatesontheproperty #futuressobrightigottawearshades See more
19.01.2022 Helicopters Hips up on the Spine Corrector but remember a Foam Roller will work as well Great stretch and work for the hips, inner thighs, abs, breathing, etc. etc. Remember full-bodied exercise is what its all about . .... . . #clienthomework #dragonflypilates #pilatesteacher #spinecorrector #helicoptor #foamrollerpilates #classicalpilates See more
17.01.2022 Pupper in her bed . . . .... #charliebowenforde #dogmum #movingisconfusing #dragonflypilates #movingon See more
17.01.2022 Beautiful day for a Road Trip! Driving with my Sweetie - dogs are hanging out on the back seat - Lake Eacham here we come . . .... . #athertontablelands #roadtrip #candcgirls #lakeeacham #longweekendfun @ North Queensland See more
17.01.2022 Ridiculous coloured water, ridiculous vines, ridiculous sunset! Lake Eacham always rejuvenates... . . . .... #lakeeacham #athertontablelands #rainforest #weekendaway #longweekends #dragonflypilates #thestudioisclosedduetolife @ Lake Eacham See more
17.01.2022 Can you believe it’s Christmas week? I know everyone’s super busy and crazy but what better time of the year to carve out some time for you. Grab your mat and join a class this week - you’ll be glad you did and will be better able to enjoy the nuttiness . . . .... #pilatesclasses #pilatesclassesonline #contrology #pilates #pilatesinstructor #breatheandmove #dragonflypilates #xmaseveworkout See more
16.01.2022 Hello Port Douglas! The hubby and I always have such good times road tripping - something about the confinement of the car with nothing much else to do usually leads to some good conversation. Today was no different which is so nice after 38+ years of being together Port Douglas is blissful: not crowded, a little bit rainy; we are sitting by the water, having a beer, looking at boats, with lorikeets chattering away in the background... . . . . #portdouglas #portdouglaslife #qldholiday #fnq #wesoldourhouse #technicallyhomeless #dragonflypilates See more
16.01.2022 It’s not about me, it’s about the view, lol Backlighting is the way to go so please join me for today’s SILHOUETTE version of WORKOUT WEDNESDAY. I mowed some lawn today. I say ‘some’ because we have a bit of a property and right now we’re operating with a ten year old mower sporting a broken blade. Did I mention that it’s powered by a rechargeable battery that lasts 20-45 minutes depending on the length and gnarliness of the grass/weeds you’re cutting? Needless to say an upg...rade is in our near future but before then it is what it is, which is a bit of a slog. So, long story short (there is a point to this intro) my hips are tight from pushing the uncooperative mower and so in order to open them up I thought today I’d do a little LUNGE-Y FLOW. Now, you might be asking, is this Pilates? Well, technically no but, maybe?? If you believe that Pilates is movement based exercise and that the so called Pilates Principles are embodied in what you’re doing then, sure, let’s call it Pilates-ishAnyhoo, it feels good. So, things to think about and pay attention to: When you start in your kneeling lunge make sure that your front foot is ahead of your knee so that when you shift your weight forward you’re not over flexing your knee joint. Use your hands for balance and move them as you need to to make this work for your body. Keep breathing. Pay attention to the level of your hips, try to keep them even. I rushed through this but generally would spend at least three or four breaths in each place so it would realistically be less flowy. Keep your abdominal support so that you don’t hang in either your low back or the hip flexor of the back leg. Weekly Virtual Class Schedule: MAT: - Monday 6:15PM, Intermediate - Tuesday 9:00AM, Beg/Int - Tuesday 11:15AM, Beginning - Wednesday 6:30PM, Basic - Thursday 10:30AM, Beginning Other Options: FITBALL: Thursday 6:00AM PROPS: Thursday 9:00AM Link in Bio for schedule and to book . . . . #dragonflypilates #pilates #contrology #workoutwednesday #verandahlates #lunges #hipflexoropener #silhouette #pilatesmat #virtualclasses #zoomingmylifeaway #dragonflypilatesandmovement #pilatesteacher #homebasedstudio #valleyview
16.01.2022 Tools of the trade? My Thursday small props class this week is using hand weights. Where are mine? Thanks for asking... They’re buried in a box somewhere in my garage and since I have no real studio space (yet) most of my Pilates equipment has not been unpacked. Of course that doesn’t really matter since cans of food work just as well... 400grams is a nice little bit of weight to move around and adds just that little bit of challenge to the Pilates Matwork This class happens Thursday mornings at 9:00AM Brisvegas time. Info & booking link in bio - join me for some fun. . . . . #dragonflypilates #pilatesmatwork #zoompilates #virtualclasses #pilates #contrology #moveandbreathe #creativesolutions
15.01.2022 OMG its Workout Wednesday! More Magic Circle for the month of August and here is one of my favourite ways to do SWAN. I love the way that the resistance of the circle allows you a solid connection to the back of the shoulders. I feel very powerful when I do it this wayand who doesnt want to feel strong? Tips:... - The top of circle starts a little bit forward so that when you press down and lift up your spine the circle actually is stacked and vertical. - Make sure to keep the collar bones wide in conjunction with - Keeping pressure down on the circle as you lower the spine so that you can use the resistance to keep the effort of the exercise in the back of the shoulders, not the front. . . . . #dragonflypilates #workoutwednesday #pilates #contrology #magiccircle #resistanceexercise #pilatesswan #swan #pilatesmodified #townsvillepilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #pilatesteacher #townsvillesmallbusiness #homebasedstudio See more
14.01.2022 Roller Swan Variation #1
14.01.2022 March MATness2021 Day9 ROCKER WITH OPEN LEGS... Second photo is Rocker With Closed Legs & Dorsiflexed Feet Have a great day! . . . . #marchmatness2021 #marchmatness #rockerwithopenlegs #openlegrocker #pilates ##mmthankyou #pilatesmat #pilatesmethod #classicalpilates #josephpilates #holdon #dragonflypilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #verandahlates
13.01.2022 I love my clients and they know me so well #partinggift #jewellerylover #luckyme #dragonflypilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement
12.01.2022 Merry Christmas! . . . .... #christmas2020 #dragonflypilates #stallansretreat See more
12.01.2022 Hotelates makes a reappearance after 18 months, thanks @lollysea for the name All you need for this is the corner of a bed and then just rock and roll. Use your hands for a bit of extra push and after a minute youll be well invigorated for your next adventure (or ready for a nap) . .... . . #hotelates #playtime #dragonflypilates#ontheroad #exerciseanywhere #goinghiking See more
12.01.2022 Welcome to Julys last WORKOUT WEDNESDAY This will also be the last FOAM ROLLER exercise for a while because August will bring some Magic Circle Magic DRINKY BIRD is truly one of my favourite exercises, I mean whats not to love? You work your balance, you strengthen your hips, and you def have to pay attention to your two way stretch and try not to fall over.This is a new version with a little extra work once you have tipped over.... If you have the sound down and are not grooving to my non-stop instructions, basically you reach everything away from your centre - that includes the hands and arms, the head and upper back and the long (always wished mine were longer) and lifted back leg including a super strong push thru that heel. Things to remember: soft shoulders - wide & open collar bones - long spine - belly pulled in - knee of lifted leg facing down to the floor - soft standing knee if youre a hyperextender like me. Each rep would have maybe 3-5 roller push outs and with 3-5 reps on each side youll be good to go Virtual Mat Classes are still happening, link in bio to be added to the mailing list for studio updates (virtual and irl) Any exercises youd like to see? Let me know. . . . . #dragonflypilates #townsvillepilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #workoutwednesday #foamrollerpilates #balanceexercise #lookslikewarriorthreetome #contrology #pilates #pilatesteacher #townsvillesmallbusiness #homebasedstudio #foamroller
11.01.2022 Tomorrow morning we'll be using the wondrous Foam Roller in the 9:00AM Props Class. I have also (finally) set-up online bookings - easy peasy! Click 'Book Now' at the top of the page and it'll take you straight there.
11.01.2022 We are back in Townsville and on home turf for another three weeks. Finally celebrating hubbys bday which happened right in the middle of house selling madness with a night at The Ville. . .... . . #townsvilleshines #thevilletsv #celebratingbeinghomeless #dragonflypilates See more
11.01.2022 Dont you hate it when you think youre super duper organised and your technology has its own idea? shttps://www.instagram.com/p/CCGICZCpL8M/?igshid=1xy00gm7sbdco
09.01.2022 Recharged and ready to go after a lovely ten days off. Took some time to gardenmake some jewellery, and have almost finished one of the hardest jigsaw puzzles I’ve ever done Virtual studio back open with Monday night Mat tonight @ 6:15PM Booking link in bio... Happy NY . . . . #pilatesstudio #pilatesinstructor #pilatesmatwork #contrology #holidayisover #twigseeds #dragonflypilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement
09.01.2022 As seen from above Roller Swan: Variation #1, Part 2
08.01.2022 And the work year has officially ended with two fun classes this morning. Thanks to all of you for your support and here’s to a different year come January. Stay safe and hug those you love. See you in ‘21
08.01.2022 Too tired to deal with my lame social media brain not figuring out IG, so here is the non-direct link to WORKOUT WEDNESDAY. This week there are two videos so make sure to swipe left. https://www.instagram.com/p/CEogGreJHMI/?igshid=gsmehnjb22sx
08.01.2022 One of my favourite classes to teach is Pilates on the FitBall. There are so many ways to be playful and keep levity in the work(out) This is why even though I thought I’d retire myself from teaching an early morning class once we moved, there’s a Thursday 6:00AM class back on my schedule - turns out I missed it So, Pilates on the FitBall, Thursdays 6:00AM (Brisbane time) is now offered virtually via Zoom. Classes are intentionally small so that I can have my on you.... Booking link in bio . . . . #pilates #pilatesteacher #dragonflypilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #fitballpilates #contrology #balancechallenge
08.01.2022 She who rules the roost taking over the dogs bed! . . . .... #catmum #catstagram #shestheboss #dragonflypilates #tishkitty See more
08.01.2022 March MATness Day 9 ROCKER WITH OPEN LEGS (with an indecisive Charlie in the background - should I go down the stairs or not?) . .... . . #charliebowenforde #marchmatness2021 #marchmatness #rockerwithopenlegs #openlegrocker #dragonflypilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #pilates #contrology #pilatesmat #pilatesinstructor #pilatesontheporch #pilatesontheproperty See more
07.01.2022 Sometimes I dont feel motivated to post something but I always have at least one person ask me what Im planning for Workout Wednesday which gives me momentum to film a little something and keep my streak of continuous Wednesdays going. We all need a little bit of external motivation every once in awhile, right?So thanks to those of you that ask This weeks exercise is another with the Magic Circleand its guaranteed to induce wiggles but thats part of the fun. Its a ...bit of a balance/hamstring/long, tall spine, kind of a thingy - basically a full bodied exercise, yeehaw Tips - In the first variation the circle is above your ankle bones, make sure you find a spot that is as comfortable as possible - In the second variation the placement somewhere in front of the back shin with the circle then hooked just above the heel of the front leg - Try not to lean but lift instead and stay as tall and vertical as possible - If balance is an issue for you then definitely do the exercise but use a wall for support, especially in var #2 - Try for somewhere between 10-15-20 slow sustained pulls in each position, it doesnt look like much but your legs will get tired because of the stability work thats happening with the standing leg - As always - have fun and remember, as a choreographer I used to work with said, its just movement . . . . #dragonflypilates #workoutwednesday #pilates #pilatesmat #contrology #magiccircle #resistanceexercise #balance #wigglesaregood #standononelegandhavefun #townsvillepilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #pilatesteacher #townsvillesmallbusiness #homebasedstudio
07.01.2022 Almost empty - the end of an era but time for new beginnings... onwards, or maybe I should say southwards . . . .... #packing #packingsucks #pilatesstudio #dragonflypilatestownsville #dragonflypilates #newspacecomingsoon #movingon See more
06.01.2022 Just made a video for a client who has a Spine Corrector at his house. Heres a wee snippet and if you dont happen to have a Spine Corrector lying around never fear - you can do this on your Foam Roller! Happy Friday!... #pilates #pilatesteacher #dragonflypilates #clientsupport #spinecorrecter #legcircles can be done as #foamrollerexercises #fridaymotivation
06.01.2022 Verandahlatesdoesn’t that just roll off the tongue, lol. Yep, it’s WORKOUT WEDNESDAY and I’m back outside (well, sortof since it’s mostly enclosed) on my new verandah. Today’s exercise is nice and simple and one of my faves: SPINE STRETCH... Some Goals: Sequential articulation of the spine - head to tail on the way over and tail to head on the way up. Finding the oppositional energy from the toes to the tail and the tail to the fingertips. Anchoring the pelvis and using the strength and support of the abdominals to hold the weight of the back (that sounds kindov’ weird but it’s how I think of it). Some things to note: I’m using the lower window of my covered verandah as a wall so that I have some feedback as I roll up and down. Arm progression goes from low to high - choose the one you like or cycle through them with me. There’s a little bit of side bending at the end rolling back into flexion to honour our three-dimensionality and I had to edit the second side due to time constraints Want more? Virtual Classes Link in Bio for schedule and to book . . . . #dragonflypilates #pilates #contrology #workoutwednesday #verandahlates #alfrescoworkout #spinestretch #oppositionalenergy #pilatesmat #virtualclasses #zoomingmylifeaway #dragonflypilatesandmovement #pilatesteacher #homebasedstudio #newview
05.01.2022 MarchMATness2021 Day8 SPINE STRETCH . .... . . #marchmatness #marchmatness2021 #spinestretch #pilatesmat #classicalpilates #pilatesmethod #josephpilates #verandahlates #dragonflypilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #contrology See more
05.01.2022 March MATness Day 10 CORKSCREW . .... . . #marchmatness2021 #marchmatness #corkscrew #pilatesmatwork #pilates #dragonflypilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #pilatesontheproperty #futureveggiepatch behind me See more
04.01.2022 Kitchen window view 5:30AM . . . .... #neighbours #kitchenwindowview #thiscountrylife #roos #moos See more
04.01.2022 Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read. Groucho Marx . .... . . #charliebowenforde #thisiswhatlovelookslike #grouchomarx #greatquotes See more
03.01.2022 Take care of your body, it’s the only place you have to live in Words on the back of my shirt - thanks @streamlinepilates. Last WORKOUT WEDNESDAY for the year is a simple plank variation. We’ll be working on the full Nutbush version when classes start up again in 2021... Things I’m thinking of: Breathing! Keeping my shoulders still. Lifting my belly as I pull the legs into the crouch. Not letting my hips droop. Trying to let my neck relax without it drooping too. Keeping the Cindy Lou Who hat from falling off my head Don’t forget SPECIAL EARLY MORNING XMAS EVE CLASSES - 6AM Pilates on the FitBall $10 - 7:30AM Mat $5 - Classes run in AEST Brisbane time, so you can workout first thing and then finish your Chrissie to do list - Book via Link in Bio Also don’t forget to have some happy holidays. Make sure to relax and refresh. Thanks for a great, albeit challenging year. . . . . #dragonflypilates #pilates #contrology #plank #verandalates #workoutwednesday #pilatesmatwork #virtualclasses #xmaseve #dragonflypilatesandmovement #pilatesteacher #pilatesinstructor #homebasedstudio #chrissiehat
03.01.2022 An alternate Workout Wednesday this week I have been doing a heck of a lot of bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting, carrying, scrubbing, and going up and down the stairs countless times - you get the drift. We are out of our house tomorrow morning so I have been doing the final pack-up, cleaning it to hand over to the new owners, and moving some of my Pilates equipment to a friends house for my temporary studio.... Other than being mind numbingly tired due to how much mental and physical work goes into acutally packing up a house youve lived in for ten years, my body is holding up surprisingly well - I am pleased and also, this is why I practice Pilates!!! As JP said, Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness. Our interpretation of physical fitness is the attainment and maintenance of a uniformly developed body with a sound mind fully capable of naturally, easily, and satisfactorily performing our many and varied daily tasks with spontaneous zest and pleasure. Im sure Ill feel zestiertomorrow after a good nights sleep . . . . #movingfun #pilatesinreallife #dragonflypilates on the move #sotired #thankgodforfriends #portdouglas here we come for some r&r!
03.01.2022 New Blooms New Start New Ideas New Goals New Plans... New Adventures New Projects New Year What’s on your mind for 2021? . . . . #ponderings #2021goals #orchidlover #plantmum #dragonflypilates #imagine #newbeginnings
02.01.2022 A last look at our tropical garden with the rain tree in the background. Ill miss this view. I keep singing Tradition from Fiddler On The Roof but substituting the word transition Moving on from our home of ten + years is bittersweet but we are excited for our new adventure and all of the new creative possibilities that await. After staying up way too late packing its time for a napski ... #movinghouse #sotired #packingsucks #tropicalgarden
02.01.2022 Whoop whoop, last Workout Wednesday from the current bricks and mortar studio. Change is coming https://www.instagram.com/p/CE6UJU9pfyx/
01.01.2022 WORKOUT WEDNESDAYS exercise this week is a KITCHEN SINK MAGIC CIRCLECOMBO: A little TEASER, a little CORKSCREW and a little ROLLOVER all connected. Sequence: Start with a Teaser with the in your hands and once youre up place it between your ankles. Try really hard to keep your legs exactly where they are as you roll your body down. (If you reach your arms forward as you descend it will be easier) Once youre down, move the legs up over your hip joints at 90 degrees (s...often the knees if needed) and then do a set of Corkscrew - one circle each direction. Head on into your Rollover trying to get the top of theto touch the ground over your head. Start to rolldown and controlling your momentum, come back up into your Teaser. Grab thewith your hands, keep the legs where they are and roll the body back down to the mat. Other than your legs being lifted, you are actually at the beginning of the flow so repeat but do the Corkscrew starting to the other side. After your second Rollover and once youre back up in your Teaser, grab theagain, close your legs and roll both halves of the body back down to the Mat. Repeat the whole dang thing several more times I would give this exercise towards the end of a Mat class when you are already tired so its about focus, not losing your good Pilates technique, and endurance! SOUND OFF, its a very windy dayhere so there is a bit of extraneous noise . . . . #dragonflypilates #workoutwednesday #pilates #pilatesmat #contrology #magiccircle #kitchensinkexercise #teaser #corkscrew #rollover #tonsoffun #townsvillepilates #dragonflypilatesandmovement #pilatesteacher #townsvillesmallbusiness #homebasedstudio
01.01.2022 WORKOUT WEDNESDAY Some of the Pilates Barrel repertoire using the FOAM ROLLER As Ive mentioned before the Roller is a very versatile tool to have at your disposal so if you can get your hands on one I would recommend it. I know they were in short supply where I live at the beginning of our Covid lockdown because everyone was rushing to outfit their home gyms. Set Up:... - Lie on your back with the roller behind your bent knees, feet are on the floor. - Lift your hips up so that you can roll the roller underneath your bum. - The Roller should be under your pelvis, you will know if its too high because your back wont feel supported enough so play around with where it works for your body. - Hold onto the ends of the roller (if you can) to help the shoulders and chest stay open. Variation 1 = KNEE SWAYS Legs are at Table Top (90 degree angle at the hips and knees). Sway them to the right reaching the left thigh away from you so the legs dont slip past each other but stay glued together. This will encourage the twist to come from your spine. Breathing suggestion: Inhale as the legs go to the side and exhale as they return to centre. Variation 2 = STRAIGHT LEG SWAYS As above but with straight legs Keep the knuckles of your big toes together so that it is still a spine twist. They dont have to be big to be effective. Breathing suggestion: same as above. Variation 3 = KNEE SWAY/QUARTER CIRCLE/DOUBLE TOE TAP Legs start at Table Top position again. Sway them to one side and then let the legs start to circle away from you until you touch your toes to the mat, pull the thighs up the centre and back to where you started. Reverse for the second side. Breathing suggestion: one full breath for each side, i.e. inhale as the legs sway and then exhale as they circle and pull back up the middle. (the exhale will be long-ish if you do it this way) 3-5-8 reps of each variation - listen to your body #dragonflypilates #townsvillepilates #workoutwednesday #foamroller #foamrollerpilates #kneesways #pilatesbarrel #pilatesplay #dragonflypilatestownsville #dragonflyhealthyliving #pilates #contrology #movementmatters #breatheandmove #moveandbreathe #townsvillesmallbusiness
01.01.2022 Day 2 PD - Four Mile Beach. What makes the ocean so restorative? Whatever it is I want more . .... . . #portdouglas #fourmilebeach #oceanwaves #randr #dragonflypilates #thestudioisclosed #fnqlife See more
