Roll Up

One of the most common Pilates mat exercises is the roll-up. The roll-up is a well-known Pilates flat abs exercise that provides a great test for the abdominal muscles. One Pilates roll-up is considered to be equivalent to six normal sit-ups, and is far superior to crunches for achieving a flat stomach. After the hundred, the roll-up is performed, followed by the roll-over.

While rolling up is one of the first mat exercises you will learn, it is difficult, and you may need to adjust it or increase your core strength before you can execute it correctly.

You activate your spine and build your abdominal muscles by putting them through a wide range of motion with the roll-up. You practice control, which is one of Pilates' cornerstones, by moving at a slow and deliberate pace. Rolling up is also a great way to improve core strength, stability, and muscular endurance. These advantages will carry over into your regular life, enhancing your ability to execute lifting and bending chores while protecting your spine. You'll also be less likely to fall and get hurt.

The roll-up is a problem for a lot of folks. Common disappointments include difficulty getting up at all, rolling up yet having the feet rocket up, and coming up with momentum (a jerking motion) rather than strength. So consult an expert as well as practice regularly to be able to practice a correct posture.