About the DVD

Have a ball with this introductory Stability Ball™ workout. Adding a new dimension to the STOTT PILATES® repertoire, this routine helps engage the deep abdominal muscles as the body works to rebalance itself through moderately challenging exercises. Join Master Instructor Trainers Moira Merrithew and PJ O’Clair as they guide you through an invigorating workout that helps you focus on developing a body that’s strong to the core.

SUITABLE FOR: Beginner audiences (Level 3 of 5)
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Stability Ball (55, 65 or 75 cm) and Exercise Mat
SOUNDTRACK LANGUAGES: English, Français
See RELATED PRODUCTS to purchase required equipment, a Power Pack including this title plus a Stability Ball, and for English-only language option.

Featured Instructors

Moira Merrithew

Master Instructor Trainer, Moira Merrithew, together with President and CEO of STOTT PILATES® Lindsay G. Merrithew and a team of physical therapists, sports medicine and fitness professionals, has spent more than a decade refining the STOTT PILATES® method of exercise and equipment. This resulted in the inclusion of modern principles of exercise science and spinal rehabilitation, making it safer and more effective. This clear and detailed approach forms the basis for STOTT PILATES® training and certification programs.

PJ O'Clair

Master Instructor Trainer PJ O’Clair is the owner of Northeast Pilates, New England’s largest STOTT PILATES Licensed Training Center with locations in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New Hampshire. PJ is a certified fitness professional (ACSM & ACE) and continuing education provider with over 25 years of experience and an internationally sought-after instructor and presenter.

Key Benefits

• Develop core and peripheral strength
• Enhance balance, coordination and flexibility
• Refine breath control and relieve tension
• Establish the mind-body connection
• Restore natural postural alignment

DVD Contents

• 36 exercises
• Workout Time - 48 min
• DVD Length - 106 min

Chapters

WARM UP: Breathing, Thoracic Extension, Arm Circles, Neutral & Imprint, Mermaid, Cat Stretch, Scapula Isolation, Hip Release, Hip Rolls, Head Nods

EXERCISES: Ab Prep, on the Mat, Ab Prep, on the ball, Breast Stroke Prep, Shell Stretch, Hundred, Half Roll Back, Half Roll Up, Spine Twist, One Leg Circle, Single Leg Stretch, Obliques, Double Leg Stretch, Shoulder Bridge Prep, Roll Over Prep, Heel Squeeze Prone, Breast Stroke, Neck Pull Prep, Side Kick & Side Leg Lift Series, Spine Stretch Forward, Teaser Prep, Single Leg Extension, Swan Dive Prep, Swimming Prep, Leg Pull Front Prep, Retraction & Protraction, Push Up Prep, Mermaid

Bonus Features

• Review the STOTT PILATES Five Basic Principles
• Bonus workout – try the next level
• Work out with music only
• Preview other video titles
• Meet the instructors
• Check out STOTT PILATES equipment
• Learn about instructor training