{"id":51300,"date":"2023-06-01T11:38:31","date_gmt":"2023-06-01T11:38:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=51300"},"modified":"2025-01-22T20:57:31","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T20:57:31","slug":"standing-pilates-exercises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/","title":{"rendered":"The Art of Standing Pilates Exercises"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#What_Are_Standing_Pilates_Exercises\" >What Are Standing Pilates Exercises?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#How_To_Do_Standing_Pilates_Exercises\" >How To Do Standing Pilates Exercises?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#Heel_Touch_Calf_Raise\" >Heel Touch Calf Raise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#Marching\" >Marching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#Wall_Roll_Down\" >Wall Roll Down<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#Does_Standing_Pilates_Work\" >Does Standing Pilates Work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#Improves_Core_Power\" >Improves Core Power<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#Supports_Increased_Lower-Body_Strength_and_Muscular_Endurance\" >Supports Increased Lower-Body Strength and Muscular Endurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#Enhances_Balance\" >Enhances Balance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#How_to_Do_Pilates_Standing_Up\" >How to Do Pilates Standing Up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#What_Is_the_Hardest_Type_of_Pilates\" >What Is the Hardest Type of Pilates?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/standing-pilates-exercises\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standing Pilates is perfect for days when you\u2019re running short on time or if you\u2019re traveling. Always needing to carry around and roll out a yoga mat is inconvenient, but that doesn\u2019t mean you should skip your workouts. It only takes a few minutes to complete a standing Pilates session. And when you\u2019re done, you\u2019ll feel accomplished!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep reading to learn more about standing Pilates and a few other exercises to help you get started.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Standing_Pilates_Exercises\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ready-6.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Standing_Pilates_Exercises\"><\/span>What Are Standing Pilates Exercises?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joseph Pilates initially introduced Pilates as floor-based exercises. He developed this style of training while he was a prisoner during World War I. The original version of Pilates was later expanded upon by Joseph and other practitioners, ultimately leading to the creation of standing Pilates as it is known today.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standing Pilates <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adapts many classical Pilates mat exercises into equivalent standing versions. Although balance can sometimes be a limiting factor when performing certain standing Pilates movements, it is possible to address this. Increasing core strength, body awareness, and confidence can make it easier to stay balanced while you perform Pilates <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/exercise-and-fitness\/the-4-most-important-types-of-exercise\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(1).<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Although it may be difficult to balance during some movements, there are many standing Pilates movements where it is easy to balance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Do_Standing_Pilates_Exercises\"><\/span>How To Do Standing Pilates Exercises?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standing Pilates is effective, regardless of how long you\u2019ve been exercising. Check out these easy standing exercises to add a new twist to your Pilates routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heel_Touch_Calf_Raise\"><\/span>Heel Touch Calf Raise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand with your heels touching and your toes pointing outward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your hands behind your head.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift your heels off the ground and lower them back down without separating them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform 12 to 15 repetitions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The aim is to remain balanced without leaning forward or backward. Try to go straight up and down as if you\u2019re floating. You\u2019ll feel this primarily in your calves<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pilates-for-runners\/\"><i>The Pilates For Runners Guide: Use This To Improve Your Core Strength<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/01-1.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Marching\"><\/span><strong>Marching<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the steps to follow when performing the marching variation:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand straight with your arms held at shoulder level and crossed. Stand upright, avoiding slouching or locking your knees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift one leg as high as possible by bending at your knee while continuing to stand upright. Then, lower that leg and switch sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform 12 to 15 repetitions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wall_Roll_Down\"><\/span><strong>Wall Roll Down<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To perform a wall roll down:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand with your back firmly pressed against a wall, keeping your heels approximately 10 inches from the wall. Stand with your shoulder blades pulled back and your arms held by your side.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start rolling your body forward from top to bottom, initially bending your head forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While keeping your feet planted and avoiding bending your knees, gradually curl your spine as you bend forward. Start by bending at the top and gradually working down one vertebra at a time. As you do this, continue reaching down with your arms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue until your torso is bent fully forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To return to the starting position, repeat the process in reverse. Gradually raise your body by uncurling your torso one vertebra at a time, finishing by raising your head.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue until you return to your starting position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform 4 to 6 repetitions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/collections\/rompers?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Standing_Pilates_Exercises\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ready-13-3.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Standing_Pilates_Work\"><\/span><strong>Does Standing Pilates Work?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standing Pilates exercises are low-impact, making them more accessible for more people. Despite this, they still have positive impacts on your health and fitness when compared to not exercising at all, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_Core_Power\"><\/span><strong>Improves Core Power<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most standing Pilates exercises require you to maintain the position of your torso in a fixed way to perform the movement successfully. This requires your core to get involved in order to keep it stable. Using your core to stabilize your torso will make it better at doing this in your daily life and it will lead to improved core stability. The effects of this are greater for unilateral movement variants, which are those performed on one foot <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/content.iospress.com\/articles\/isokinetics-and-exercise-science\/ies00462\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supports_Increased_Lower-Body_Strength_and_Muscular_Endurance\"><\/span>Supports Increased Lower-Body Strength and Muscular Endurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although there are more effective ways of increasing lower-body strength, such as lifting weights, Pilates can help increase the strength of muscles in your lower body. This training effect will only be minimal if you have a history of performing high-resistance exercise such as weight lifting. However, if you\u2019re new to exercise, you may experience some meaningful strength gains. Pilates is best suited for increasing the endurance of the muscles that are involved. The muscles trained vary depending on the movement, but will generally focus on lower-body muscles such as the gluteus maximus (the butt) and the calves (lower leg) <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/content.iospress.com\/articles\/isokinetics-and-exercise-science\/ies00462\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhances_Balance\"><\/span><strong>Enhances Balance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standing Pilates can help improve your balance by making you more aware of your body <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s11845-021-02840-8\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(3) <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and improving your core stability. The effect it has on your core stability is worth noting as it reduces your fall risk, which is important &#8211; particularly later in life. This is why having standing Pilates in your toolbox will provide you with more ways to effectively achieve your balance-related exercise goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dropping pounds by the dozens without putting yourself through the wringer is everyone\u2019s weight loss pipe dream. But what if we told you that the BetterMe app can make that happen? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1416&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Standing_Pilates_Exercises\">Keep yourself in prime shape<\/a> with our fat-blasting workouts, delicious budget-sparing recipes, and body-transforming challenges with our app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/products\/sculpt-recovery-kit-pink?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Standing_Pilates_Exercises\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/ready-12.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Do_Pilates_Standing_Up\"><\/span>How to Do Pilates Standing Up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a variety of different Pilates movements. There are many variations available that can be used to tailor your workout program to your personal goals: mat versions, chair versions, standing versions, and more. When doing standing pilates exercises:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepare for your standing Pilates workout by performing a general warm-up. This warm-up should last 5-10 minutes and involve walking or cycling at a slow non-fatiguing pace.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start your main workout by focusing on movements that feel harder. Movements that involve moving more joints or using more muscles should be done earlier in your Pilates workout.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a pre-existing mobility issue or physical limitation that may prevent you from performing a particular Pilates movement, it\u2019s fine to substitute it for a version that better matches your capabilities. If you have difficulty navigating this, it could be beneficial to consult a trained and educated fitness professional for more assistance. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Hardest_Type_of_Pilates\"><\/span>What Is the Hardest Type of Pilates?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some Pilates movements are more difficult than others.\u00a0 Some of the more difficult pilates movements include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Backbend on the ladder barrel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced thigh stretch on the reformer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candlestick on the Cadillac<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced mat teaser with boomerang<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Control balance off the reformer<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These exercises place greater demand on your body and its muscles than other more conventional movements. However, it\u2019s best to focus on the exercises you enjoy the most and design a fun workout routine for yourself. In this way, it will be way easier to stick to.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wall-pilates-program\/\"><i>If I Were You, I\u2019d Use This Wall Pilates Program To Activate My Body\u2019s Natural Movement Patterns<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Standing_Pilates_Exercises\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ready-5.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To sum up, standing Pilates exercises offer a different approach to fitness that can support your health goals and help you stay active. With that in mind, step up, find your balance, and let the transformative benefits of standing Pilates lead you to a stronger, more vibrant you. If you find that you need more assistance, there\u2019s no harm in reaching out to a certified personal trainer who will help you optimize your training and make the most of your fitness journey<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Standing Pilates is perfect for days when you\u2019re running short on time or if you\u2019re traveling. Always needing to carry around and roll out a yoga mat is inconvenient, but that doesn\u2019t mean you should skip your workouts. It only takes a few minutes to complete a standing Pilates session. 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Always needing to carry around and roll out a yoga mat is inconvenient, but that doesn\u2019t mean you should skip your workouts. It only takes a few minutes to complete a standing Pilates session. And when you\u2019re done, you\u2019ll feel accomplished!<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Keep reading to learn more about standing Pilates and a few other exercises to help you get started.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<a href=\\\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Standing_Pilates_Exercises\\\"><img class=\\\"aligncenter\\\" src=\\\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ready-6.png\\\" \/><\/a>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\">What Are Standing Pilates Exercises?<\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Joseph Pilates initially introduced Pilates as floor-based exercises. He developed this style of training while he was a prisoner during World War I. The original version of Pilates was later expanded upon by Joseph and other practitioners, ultimately leading to the creation of standing Pilates as it is known today.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Standing Pilates <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">adapts many classical Pilates mat exercises into equivalent standing versions. Although balance can sometimes be a limiting factor when performing certain standing Pilates movements, it is possible to address this. 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