Let’s dive right into a few Pilates equipment  exercises to implement in the cyclists cross training program.

Pilates Footwork: This is is great for proper knee and leg alignment, stretches calves and strengthens and mobilizes ankles.

Stomach Massage Flat:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Feet in Straps Circles:

Side Lying Push Away: Strengthens the outer thighs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chest Expansion: Opens the Chest

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supine Arms: Builds Strength in the Upper Body

Long Box Pulling Straps: Strengthens back.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Articulated Bridge and  Push Away: Strengthens the Hamstrings and Low Back.

Superman: Back Strengthener

 

 

 

 

 

 

Standing Splits: Strengthens Inner and Outer Thighs

Pike and Reverse Pike: Strengthens Upper Body and Abdominals.

 

 

 

 

 

Reverse Pike/Tendo Stretch

 

 

 

 

 

 

* There are many more exercises in the Pilates  repertoire as mentioned above these are just a few.

As always don’t forget to stretch.