Staying Fit
The exercises in this class focus on ways to build a strong spine for core stability and deep internal strength.
Certified instructor Amy Havens from online streaming platform Pilates Anytime provides a fun and fulfilling approach to Pilates while offering modifications and support for independently mobile participants who have a basic physical activity level.
Suggested prop: small hand towel or tea towel.
Please consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.
Read about the lifelong benefits of Pilates.
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More Pilates Videos
AARP Members Only Access is offering the following four on-demand Pilates Fundamentals classes with Amy Havens, and more free Pilates Anytime videos here, including Amy's Spine Health series.
Class 1: Strong Spine and Core Stability (this class)
Class 2: Neck and Shoulders, Partners and Allies
Class 3: Feet and Knees, Keys to Stability and Balance
Class 4: Get Hip to Functional Movement
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