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Nora PILATES ARC - User Manual

Nora PILATES ARC
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Balanced Body Inc, Sacramento California
By Nora St. John
Co-Created by Elizabeth Larkam, Naomi Leiserson,
Lizbeth Garcia, Nico Gonzalez, Portia Page and Valentin
3rd Edition
PILATES ARC
®
A DETAILED GUIDE FOR PRACTICING PILATES
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Summary

WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF PILATES

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Provides an overview of the manual's content and purpose.

WHAT IS PILATES?

WHY IS PILATES SO POPULAR?

Explains the benefits and widespread appeal of the Pilates method.

A BRIEF HISTORY OF JOSEPH H. PILATES

Details the origins and development of the Pilates method.

PILATES PRINCIPLES

BREATHING

Explains the role of breath in Pilates for focus and movement.

CONCENTRATION

Emphasizes the importance of mental focus during exercises.

CONTROL

Highlights the need for precise control over movements and form.

CENTERING

Focuses on the core as the origin of all movement.

PRECISION

Defines precision as the outcome of practice and control.

BALANCED MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT

Stresses uniform development and correct alignment.

RHYTHM;FLOW

Describes movement as smooth, graceful, and integrated.

WHOLE BODY MOVEMENT

Emphasizes integration of mind, body, and spirit.

RELAXATION

Discusses balancing effort with relaxation for ease.

INTRODUCTION TO THE PILATES ARC

THE ANATOMY OF THE PILATES ARC

Describes the components and structure of the Pilates Arc.

ADJUSTING THE PILATES ARC

Provides guidance on customizing the Arc for individual needs.

STEP ROLL DOWN SERIES

Deep Scoop

An isometric core activation exercise on the Arc.

Deepen the Curve

A spinal flexion exercise involving reaching and rounding.

WELL ROLL DOWN SERIES

Well Roll Down

A spinal articulation exercise involving rolling over the Arc.

Oblique Well Roll Down

A rotational spinal articulation exercise on the Arc.

Arm Sweep Low

VARIATIONS

Optional additions to the exercise for increased challenge.

Around the World

PURPOSE

Explains the benefits and goals of the exercise.

THE REACH

STARTING POSITION

Describes how to set up for the Reach exercise on the Arc.

THE HUNDREAD

MODIFICATIONS

Offers variations for different physical needs or challenges.

SINGLE LEG STRETCH

CHALLENGE

Provides an advanced variation for increased difficulty.

DOUBLE LEG STRETCH

MODIFICATION

Offers a variation for head support.

SINGLE STRAIGHT LEG STRETCH

MODIFICATIONS

Provides options for head support and flexibility.

DOUBLE STRAIGHT LEG STRETCH

MODIFICATIONS

Offers adjustments for tight hamstrings.

CRISS CROSS

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

SPINE STRETCH

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

SPINE STRETCH SIDE

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

SAW

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

MERMAID;SIDE SIT UPS

Mermaid

A side-bending exercise focusing on torso elongation.

Side Sit Ups

A side-bending exercise focusing on lateral flexion.

Side Sit Ups with Rotation

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

TEASER FORWARD

Bookends

An exercise focusing on opening and closing legs or arms.

Scissors

A leg movement exercise involving alternating leg lifts.

TEASER OBLIQUE

Arm Sweep Low

A rotational exercise involving arm sweeps and torso rotation.

Hip Rolls - Knees Bent

A rotational exercise involving leg and torso movement.

Hip Rolls - Straighten Both Legs

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

Pendulum

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

TEASER REVERSE

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

BRIDGE

MODIFICATION

Offers an alternative technique for the Bridge exercise.

PUSH UP

ARC UPSIDEDOWN VARIATIONS

Describes how to use the Arc upside down for a challenge.

LEG PULL DOWN

VARIATIONS

Offers options for stable or moving Arc variations.

LEG PULL UP

MODIFICATIONS

Provides variations for bent knees or triceps press.

LEG SERIES ON THE ARC

Scissors

An exercise focusing on leg extension and control.

Bicycle

A leg movement exercise simulating bicycling.

Bookends

An exercise involving opening and closing the legs.

Circles

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

Pendulum

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

SIDE LEG SERIES

Side Leg Lifts

An exercise for lateral hip and leg strength.

Side Leg Circles - Small

A circular leg movement exercise for hip mobility.

Side Leg Circles - Large

A larger circular leg movement for hip mobility and strength.

Side Leg Kicks

PURPOSE

Explains the benefits and goals of the exercise.

Side Leg Bicycle

PURPOSE

Explains the benefits and goals of the exercise.

SWIMMING

MODIFICATION

Offers a way to reduce discomfort when lying on the trochanter.

SWAN

MODIFICATION

Provides variations for the Swan exercise.

SINGLE LEG KICK

CHALLENGES

Suggests adding coordination drills to the exercise.

ROLLING IN & OUT

ARC DISMOUNT

Instructions on how to safely exit the Arc.

JACKKNIFE

VARIATIONS

Includes options like Roll Over and Corkscrew.

ROLLING LIKE A BALL

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

Pilates Mat on the Arc - Beginner

Mermaid;Side Sit Ups

Beginner sequence for side bending and torso elongation.

Step Roll Downs

Beginner sequence for spinal articulation.

Pilates Mat on the Arc - Intermediate

Mermaid;Side Sit Ups

Intermediate sequence for side bending and torso elongation.

Side Sit ups

Intermediate sequence for lateral flexion.

Pilates Mat on the Arc - Advanced

Mermaid;Side Sit Ups

Advanced sequence for side bending and torso elongation.

Side Sit ups

Advanced sequence for lateral flexion.

THE PILATES ARC ON THE REFORMER

PLACING THE ARC ON THE REFORMER

Instructions for positioning the Arc on a Reformer.

THE COMPLETE ARC ON THE REFORMER

Configurations for using the full Arc on the Reformer.

THE ARC ONLY ON THE REFORMER

Positions for using the Arc without the step on the Reformer.

FOOTWORK ON THE ARC

Footwork with Torso Extension and Flexion

A modified Footwork exercise with torso movement.

Torso Rotation

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

Around the World

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

STOMACH MASSAGE WITH THE ARC

STOMACH MASSAGE VARIATIONS

Lists variations like Round Back, Reach, and Twist.

SIDE LYING LEG WORK ON THE ARC

VARIATIONS

Options for medial foot, lateral foot, hip extension.

ABDOMINAL SERIES ON THE ARC

The Hundred

An intermediate abdominal exercise on the Arc.

Backstroke

An intermediate exercise involving arm and leg movements.

Single Leg Stretch

An intermediate exercise focusing on abdominal control.

Double Leg Stretch

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

Criss Cross

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

ARM WORK ON THE ARC FACING STRAPS

EXERCISE POSITION VARIATIONS

Options for sitting or lying positions on the Arc.

PRONE EXERCISES ON THE ARC

Pulling Straps

An exercise for upper back and thoracic extension.

Pull Ups

An exercise for thoracic extension and upper back strength.

Swimming

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

SHORT BOX EXERCISES ON THE ARC

Short Box Abdominals

An exercise for spinal articulation and abdominal strength.

ELEPHANT ON THE ARC

CUEING AND IMAGERY

Instructions and mental cues for proper execution.

CONTROL FRONT ON THE ARC

MODIFICATION

Offers an option to omit the leg lift.

LONG BACK STRETCH ON THE ARC

MODIFICATION

Provides a "Scapula Slide" variation for shoulder work.

Nora PILATES ARC Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNora
ModelPILATES ARC
CategoryPersonal Care Products
LanguageEnglish