Your core is both capable and responsible of so much more than simply sit ups. That's why there's not a sit up in sight in this workout. It's all about using the core in different positions and understanding how. It's not always about the burn either- but we do need control. Slow and controlled always wins the race in pilates.

Grab your block- we're going to work one half of the body at a time. It's an extra long sequence that we do all on one side first, then we flip and do the other- purely for hips and shoulders both of which are ball and socket joints. This will leave you feeling warm and buttery!

Sometimes it's the small, boring work that matters more. This is the stuff that will allow you to do the bigger, better and more interesting things. You'll need a mini band, a rolled up towel and some toe spacers if you have them. We work on quality movement from the ground up. It's the work we shouldn't neglect.

I know so many of us shy away from the pilates ring, but let's embrace the hard work today- you'll love it!! Some side lying, some core and much more to test your stability. Enjoy!

A quick full body flow- a good one to do when you just want to move. Not too strenuous, just right.

With the chi ball we are going to spend plenty of time working on spine mobility (think flexion, extension and rotation) and we add in lots of core work too to break it up.

Today we have a little play with the block and shoulder mobility. You'll get to test your range and strength in flexion, extension, internal and external rotation. But we don't totally ignore the hips- they'll get a good run for their money too.

If you've got toe spacers let's use them for this workout. You'll also need a resistance band. Today we target the lower half posterior chain which is quite possibly my favorite thing to work. It's short and sweet but will give you a good workout!