5 Pilates Exercises for Desk Workers

Written By Tom Wray

Stuck at a desk all day? Counteract the effects of sitting with these quick and easy Pilates moves. No equipment needed—just you and a little bit of space.

  • 1. The Hundred: A classic for a reason! It strengthens your core and gets your blood flowing, perfect for a mid-day energy boost.

  • 2. Chest Expansion: Opens up your shoulders and chest, a great way to undo the hunched posture from typing.

  • 3. Spine Stretch Forward: Lengthens your spine and hamstrings, helping to release tension in your back and legs.

  • 4. Single Leg Circles: Improves hip mobility and strengthens your core, a key area that gets weak from sitting.

  • 5. Cat-Cow Stretch: A gentle, flowing movement that mobilizes your spine and relieves back tension.

Tom Wray
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