Pilates Tower or Cadillac, Parakeet and Leg Pumps, Beg/Int/Adv.

Welcome to Posture Pilates with Paul… and of course, Missy the Dog. This in-depth session is designed for Pilates Teacher Training students, while still being highly valuable for dedicated Pilates enthusiasts looking to refine their understanding and technique. In this video, we explore Parakeet and Leg Pumps on the Pilates Tower/Cadillac across three progressive levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. Each exercise is carefully broken down into: : Set Up : Breathing : Technique : Teaching Points With slow motion, pauses, and detailed cues, you’ll be able to truly see and understand the mechanics behind each movement. *Beginner Level – Foundations of Parakeet* Build awareness, mobility, and control: • *Bend & Stretch* – Mobilises the hips and knees while establishing lumbo-pelvic alignment • *Spinal Rolls* – Develops spinal flexion and articulation, both lifting and lowering *Intermediate Level – Stability & Control* Challenge your balance and coordination: • *Alternate Toes to Ceiling* – Enhances control during single-leg transitions • *Double Leg Pumps* – Improves hamstring flexibility while maintaining pelvic lift • *Alternate Toes to Ceiling with Hip Flexion* – Strengthens hip flexors and deepens hamstring stretch *Advanced Level – Dynamic Strength & Flow* Increase intensity, precision, and flow: • *Full Parakeet – Controlled Kicks* – A fluid progression of hip flexion work • *Single Leg Pumps* – Alternating hamstring work for greater control • *Full Parakeet – Dynamic Kicks* – Adds power and precision, demanding strong pelvic stability Whether you're teaching, training, or refining your own practice, this video will help you deepen your understanding of movement, control, and technique on the Pilates Tower. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Pilates content. #Pilates #PilatesTeacherTraining #PilatesCadillac #PilatesTower #ParakeetExercise #LegPumps #PilatesEducation #posturepilates The content of this video is broken down as: 0:00 Intro 0:54 Beginner Level 1:34 Bend and Stretch 3:05 Spinal Rolls 5:26 Intermediate Level 6:15 Alternate Toes to Ceiling 7:14 Double Leg Pumps 8:53 Alternate Toes to Ceiling with Hip Flexion 11:38 Advanced Level 12:23 Parakeet - Controlled Kicks 13:26 Single Leg Pumps 15:54 Parakeet - Dynamic Kicks 18:07 Outro Thumbnail created on: www.canva.com DISCLAIMER: Please consult your doctor or health care professional before starting this Pilates Tower or Cadillac, Parakeet and Leg Pumps, Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Level video. If you experience pain or discomfort at any time during this video, you should stop immediately. By performing these exercises, you do so at your own risk. By using this video, you understand and agree that Posture Pilates will not be held responsible or liable for any injury or loss you may suffer as a result of this video.