Katie and Josh provide tips on how to position your core and prep it to progress into a true Powerhouse. They will also demonstrate the breathing technique that will help you optimize your strength, and elevate you at every level.

Learn the basics and build the connection between mind and muscle. Bring awareness to the core, or what is referred to as in Pilates, the Powerhouse. Equipment: Mat and towel (optional for head or neck support.)

With the basics under your belt, and building strong muscles, you’ll become proficient in stabilizing the pelvis and initiating all movement from the Powerhouse. You’ll need a mat and towel (optional for head or neck support.)

The focus is now on developing the strength in the Powerhouse to control and coordinate movement of a straight leg. Equipment: Mat and towel (optional for head or neck support.)

Challenge the Powerhouse by moving through exercises that require not just control, but now add in coordination. A mat is needed and it’s optional to use a towel for head or neck support.

In this progressive workout, you’ll develop the upper body connection to the Powerhouse. Starting at a wall, you eventually move to the mat. Equipment: Mat, and light dumbbells are optional as well as a towel for any head or neck support.