Activate the Essentials

Basic Level

Power on the muscles that give you optimal alignment, deep core strength, and much more with Activate the Essentials. This 5 class series eliminates your weak spots so your movement can soar!

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Breath Activator (8 Mins)

Beginner Pilates Program to Activate the Essentials

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Activate the Essentials

Beginner Pilates Program to Activate the Essentials

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Expand your lung capacity with the Breath Activator. This first class in Activate the Essentials series takes you through 3 simple exercises that you can do before every workout to open your lungs and engage your core correctly without straining your neck or low back. Carrie Russo demystifies Pilates breathing and makes it easy to feel if you’re getting it right. Repeat this video a few times to memorize these moves and you’ll be rewarded with better stability and control! Visit Carrie in Los Angeles at Russo Pilates.

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Carrie Russo

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Slow

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Expand your lung capacity with the Breath Activator. This first class in Activate the Essentials series takes you through 3 simple exercises that you can do before every workout to open your lungs and engage your core correctly without straining your neck or low back. Carrie Russo demystifies Pilates breathing and makes it easy to feel if you’re getting it right. Repeat this video a few times to memorize these moves and you’ll be rewarded with better stability and control! Visit Carrie in Los Angeles at Russo Pilates.

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