This was my first pilates workout, i usually did hiit's and weight workouts, after which felt like I was doing these workouts not because I want to be healthy, but because I am chasing beauty standards, it is very tiring and I decided to change my routine to stay active but with less intensity, and as it turned out, I really liked Pilates! I really liked how you explained each step and taught how to breathe, because I often forget about breathing, I felt many muscles and for the first time in a long time I feel more positive and cheerful than tired with just the desire to lie down, thank you very much for your work.
same thing with me going to the gym, pilates and yoga make me feel more confident in my body and i actually enjoy the classes instead of worrying about what i look like the whole time. i also did a few hot yoga classes in person and i love the community
I also opted for Pilates over resistance training! Not to say weights are a bad thing, they are very much a good thing. But like you said, i found myself doing it because of beauty standards and it became exhausting.
You sound just like me!!! This is why I think Pilates may be a good thing for me too to bring calmness every so often, as we do know how to push ourselves but may not (yet) be any good at actually being calm - while still feeling our beloved muscles which we’ve worked so hard to build.
Girl, thank you for posting this! It makes me feel better knowing I'm not the only one who went to the gym and lifted weights to achieve a beauty standard. I feel so much happier now after this realization!
To be honest I feel a little bit ashamed of myself for finding this workout hard after reading the comments but I know I got myself into a very bad deep hole after getting diagnosed with my thyroid diseases and gaining a lot of weight surely did noting good but here I am trying to get myself together I hope in the future It will be an easier beginner workout for me too until than I am going to practice and fight. Have a good day today and tomorrow everyone 🥰
Taking it back to basics today with this 35 minute Beginner Pilates class. If you are new to pilates or just want to slow things down, this class is for you.😊 Let me know how you go and if you would like to see more beginner classes. 💕
I AM a beginner and I was most grateful for this video as a way for me to get started. I'd love more classes geared t those of us who are just starting. Thank you!
i appreciate you making beginner videos for some of us, but this is too slow even for a slow day for me haha! I amped up the moves accordingly, listening to your voice is very soothing though
I've done pilates off and on for 25 years to stay in shape and maintain mobility. But a few years ago I got into an unhealthy relationship, drifted away from a regular practice and began to succumb to the effects of perimenopause. Last May, I was the victim of an assault and suffered a stroke 4 months later. After months of depression and lethargy, I finally committed to taking up pilates again,. I tried an intermediate class and was immediately frustrated with the weakness and pain in my body and nearly gave up. This morning I tried Nicole's full body beginner class and was blown away with her clarity and attention to form (not an easy feat on a video). It is always healing to return to the basics and you can still get a great workout in, if you are truly focussed on perfecting form. I was really grateful to have found her series and will definitely continue!
WARNING: Do not do the "relaxing stretches" at the end of the video---they put you at great risk of severe knee damage if you aren't already a flexible person! The routine is good, just STOP at the 31:00 mark. True beginners should NOT do the stretches after that point.
This is a beginner's routine from start to finish. There is no such thing as stretching for beginners or more advanced people. Stretching is the most essential part of the routine to avoid inflammation and soreness of the muscles after a workout and the REWARD for your body and mind. The only determining factor is one's own flexibility and common sense.
this was awesome, sometimes I felt like I would die but then it was very relaxed again and when U said it's the last exercise I was so surprised because these 30mimutes felt like 10
I have to say this is the most relaxing pilates workout I have done 😯 but still got results soo thank you so much 🙏🏽🙏🏽 I have lost 2 kg at the moment and I am very proud of my self, wish me luck to continue this healthy journey 🙏🏻
Aw thank you, so happy you enjoyed it! You should absolutely be so proud of yourself! Wishing you all the best for your health and fitness journey! We are all here with you.❤😘
@@shreyabasu676 heyy😊 it's been a month now. I have been exercising 5x a week..but I think it's more what you eat..I am diabetic so I just cut sugary things from my diet..nothing extreme just exercising and simple eating
I have been trying to do regular exercise (and failing) for years, actually for my entire adult life (I’m now 51). Moving with Nicole is the first thing I’ve tried that I actually enjoy and look forward to, rather than dread as a boring neccessity. Nicole, I thank you in my head each time I watch one of your videos - you are a beautiful, intuitive teacher who makes us all feel like we can do this! ❤
I thought this workout would be a little too easy. But as I was Monday-tired I thought I'd try it out anyway. (Also Im such a fan that if Nicole told me to jump of a cliff I probably would! 🙃) Interestingly, this beginners workout was extremely helpful. And once I'd adjusted to the very mindful pace it became very satisfying to concentrate more than usual on the moves and on my breathing. Loved it! Thank you, Nicole. Another 11/10 👍☺️
Its really hard for me to keep with a workout when they rush through it, assuming everyone knows how to do the moves. I really appreciate how you taught me breathing, thank you! Your awesome!
And it’s nice bc she doesn’t drag it out and always reminds us to check our posture. And, all of her videos are free! You don’t have to pay hundreds of dollars for Pilates classes!
I’m 51 years old, and my daughter introduced me to this exercise, thinking, ‘Okay, I need to give this a shot,’ since nothing else has worked with other exercises I’ve tried. I’m telling you, on my first day, I did cry - sounds crazy, but I did. The second to the third day was the worst because I already felt the pain and soreness in my body, but I never gave up. Today is my 7th day, and I feel better; my body is already used to it. The best part? It really feels great now that I’m stretching my body like I haven’t done before! It’s awesome! Even my husband noticed that my tummy is getting smaller.😂 🥰 Thank you Nicole ! Muahhhhh!
I love your beginner's classes, especially on days that I have had a strenuous hike and run, perfect for additional low-impact exercise and warm down. Love your work!
Thank you for these beginner classes! I have back problems, and I'm 50, so these are great to familiarize myself with pilates and safely, gently begin this practice❤
This comment is mostly for my own reminders when I come back to do these videos over and over again: I love this one for a more gentle day. It works the core, glutes, mid/lower back, and triceps with a nice gentle stretch at the end 🥰
As a senior new to Pilates I appreciate your clear and gentle instructions and the pace, which allows me to do the exercises correctly. The degree of challenge can be varied, too! It’s what you put into the lifts and curls. After two months of doing your videos every other day, I look different and feel better! Thank you.
This was such a wonderful flow. I have recently been suffering from two herniated discs & several other bulging discs in my spine & this not only made me feel amazing but also didn’t upset my sciatica! I look forward to coming back to this one!
As a old Ballet Dancer that has gained weight and out of shape in my late 30’s and has few different Autoimmune diseases it’s amazing how my body has muscle memory and responded so well to Pilates ❤
I felt a little tired today, but wanting to commit to my goal of doing Pilates 3 times a week. Found this video and it was perfect for me, a beginner, who wanted something a little less challenging for the end of the week. Would love more of these. Thank you!
I'm generally a very active and athletic person, but because of covid, starting law school, and moving toeurope I fell off a weekly routine and have lost all the strength I used to have. I am basically starting from zero and I find these beginners classes amazing. I really feel my muscles engaged. I can't wait to gain my strength back and get back in shape!
i never found joy in hiit workouts.. this was my first pilates one i did and it was really amazing and calming. you somehow feel relaxed while your muscles are burning at the same time. i love it thank you sm!!!
After a year my Lower Back started to lock up again. After a few days of taking medication I went back to the initial Pilates classes. Thank you so much anicole for all the classes! You help much hundreds people !
This is the perfect compliment to running. It forces me to move in ways that aren't forward/backwards and really helps work muscles that don't get used often.
This was my first venture back into exercising after a several long month hiatus. Thanks for a lovely and gentle reentry. Cheers to a little more health and balance!
thank you Nicole! Having been diagnosed with spinal issues, pilates came up repeatedly as a essential component of my spine restoration. Your calm, beautiful approach has been perfect for my needed development of my core. The toning and strength of my other muscle groups is an added bonus. Love your workouts!
This workout made me feel amazing. As someone who has did Pilates for years, then got hit suddenly by menopause, I stiffened and had joint issues within 2 months. I really am starting from the beginning again, not sure my hyper flexible body will return, but this is really helping and I’m enjoying it
This was perfect! I hate most other forms of exercise, but this was a perfect blend of yoga and strength training that I felt I could accomplish. I agree with what someone else said, I'm also not as flexible as I'd like to be, but I hope to improve that through your videos! Thank you for sharing
Estava fazendo uma outra aula da Nicole para iniciantes mas de 20 min: senti dificuldade em executar os movimentos e as repetições adequadas, mas hoje decidi fazer esse de 35 min e GAROTA VOCÊ É A MELHOR MESMO! Consegui fazer tudo sem grande dificuldade. Essa definitivamente se tornou minha aula favorita (por enquanto) ❤
Hi Nicole, I am writing to thank you. You literally changed my life. I have fibromyalgia and have been looking for exercises to ease the my upper shoulders’ pain and strengthen my core muscles. I ran into exercises for beginners and found them perfect for me. I practice every other day and after doing those exercises I feel better. Can you recommend other videos similar to this one that don’t put too much strain on muscles and joints, but help me progressing? Thank you so much. Anna
Finding this video is a god send. I’ve been stuck in a rut these past couple years trying to find the right routine for me. I finally think I found it! Thank you Nicole.
I used to be fit and after struggled a lot mentally this year, I've decided to take the control of my body again. I have to rebuilt everything from start : muscule i've lost, pounds i've gained stamina, resistence, abs etc. I've chose your channel for pilates even though i'm not an native english speaker. I like how you explain carefully the placement and the movement. However, I wish you show what we should not do as an exemple in order to understand more easily. Thank you for your work and video. I'll keep going :)
Hi! I am new at Pilates and you made it so easy, thank you for classifying each workout that way we know if we can do it or not. I have a constant pain in my back and knees and I think this might be the work out that I was looking for. Please continue posting, that’s very nice of you. Thank you.
I have been watching Move With Nicole for about a year now and feel my best self. I never thought I would find a workout plan that is both challenging and relaxing. I have enjoyed every class, and am now starting to do more of these videos in the morning. Afternoon to evening workouts were fine, but I would just know that my day was going to be divine if I would start with a Move With Nicole workout. Thank you for making this channel acceptable to all stages, and may I keep up with Nicole for the years to come!🥰
Wonderful beginner class for everyone who's just starting pilates. I love that you don't rush through the movements, it really gives me time to focus on my posture and breathing. Thanks Nicole!!
To begin again! Thank you for this beginner Pilates workout. I’m a stage 3c breast cancer survivor, with left arm lymphedema. The lymphedema caused my shoulder to dislocate leading to a shoulder replacement April 2021, followed by physical therapy. Finding the right exercise for lymphedema and new shoulder has been a challenge to say the least. Today, I found you! I was able to do the entire workout. Your directions are clear as you speak and model the movement- position with perfect timing. The slow, mindful movement calms my anxious brain. I am grateful. Blessings 💕
Hi Nicole, this helped me a lot! I'm a beginner/intermediate. I would love a mix of beginner and intermediate. 😊 Oh, and this felt really good taking things slower.❣️
Thank you a lot! Yes, please more video like this! I really need something for muscle tonus and do not sweating, when it's hot weather outside or I'm too tired for intensive practice.
This was so relaxing, and I loved your extra, detailed explanations on the position of our spine, etc. It helped to better visualise things and be more mindful about my body. Even though I've done pilates for a few years now, I still found it super helpful. Thank you!
Its been ten days since i started nicoles beginners classes. At first i was like i was going to die and i couldnt stand for more than ten minutes but now i can go at the end of the classes and today i kinda started the feel like they are getting easy for me. So from this day on im gonna do these classes twice a day so that maybe a week later i can move to the intermediate levels. Thank you nicole you definitely changed my life. Ps ive lost 3 kg in ten days. Lots of love and hugs from Türkiye❤❤❤
Really enjoyed this class!! Your cues were so helpful with my alignment and remembering to engaging my core! I didn’t know that your tailbone wasn’t supposed to lift off the mat when you tell us to tuck your pelvis, learned so much from this! Instantly felt muscles engage like never before, Thank you!
This is my first time doing this type of work out ..I'm in my 30..and my kids are already seeing results after 5days doing Move with Nicole.. thanks for sharing ❤
Just did this for a second time 😍 Thanks for this HUMBLING reminder to slow down and focus and go back to basics. Just because a movement is small and slow doesn't mean its easy! If this was my first pilates class I would be hooked
I have been slowly regaining strength after a very long catastrophic illness. I have studied Pilates and yoga before but this is perfect for where I am right now. Thank you. 🙏
Came back to this workout this morning. My shoulders needed a little gentleness, and wow, this practice took all the pain away. I'm so grateful to you and all you offer us, Nicole. Thank you so much!
Amazing! First lesson for me. I’m rehabbing from a bad hip injury 10 months ago. Physical therapy sessions ( 24 in total ) included the reformer toward the end. I graduated with certain exercises to continue with, and I opted for 8 private reformer classes which insurance wouldn’t pay for. $$$$$$$ … So here I am, so happy to have found this channel. Really nice pace, and clear instructions. Form is vital, so I’m thankful for having had solid foundation in my PT ‘journey’.. Thank You!!! I turn 70 in 4 months, so I really appreciate this
I loved this class! I take reformer classes regularly and didn’t know if I would find this class challenging, but it was! Challenging AND relaxing! You’ve earned yourself a subscriber and I can’t wait to take more of your classes!
as someone who runs 10ks and does lots of strength training, this was quite easy, but i can see how this is a wonderful place to start for those who are just getting into fitness! don't let fitness people make you feel bad for starting. i started out obese, i'd never even ran a mile all the way through and i could barely run 30 seconds at a time. that being said, no matter where you start, and no matter how difficult others find it, just keep going and just keep trying, and you'll eventually reach your goals. what matters most is that you just get up and try each time, even when it feels difficult
Pilates is so incredibly underrated. Even this beginners class can be extremely difficult for someone who has been "fit" for many years. What a phenomenal class in truly teaching and prompting what real core control is. This slow-paced class is excellent for my journey in postpartum recovery. Beautiful. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your videos. I'm very over weight, and your beginner videos are difficult for me, but not so difficult I get discouraged, and Thank you thank you thank you for repeating multiple times to keep muscles engaged. For a beginner, it's hard to focus on breathing, moving AND keep muscles engaged, but your reminders really make a difference!
This workout was so refreshing. After my spinal surgery there are not many exercises I can do without pain, and as such developed quite a stationary lifestyle. This routine however (modified a bit for my back) helped me feel so energized and brought such relief to my stiff muscles. Thank you!
I've done pilates here & there over the years. I'm currently utilizing it as a baseline of isometric exercises & flexibility so I can work on getting and staying in shape as I approach perimenopause. I really, really enjoy your thorough explanations and breath reminders. I feel so glad I found your content!!
Nicole, your Full Body Beginners Pilates videos have become an essential part of managing my chronic lower back and hip pain. Thank you so much for helping me find strength and comfort!!! I truly appreciate you. I love this video which encorporates both series that are new and familiar to me! Peaceful blessings!
I just discovered your channel and did this first Pilates workout. I loved every part of it and made me realized how out of shape I am!! I so thank you very much for these beginner workouts that will help me regain my strength, I saved all of them.😸 Can't wait to move to the intermediate classes! 😻 Love also your peaceful voice and music. They help create a wonderful ambiance that makes you wanna keep going. 💝💝 Big hug from Romania!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Mihaela! I'm so happy that you are enjoying the workouts! Really means a lot to me. Hope you are well and sending you lots of love. 💕
Thank you Nicole for this wonderful beginner full body video. I have been recovering from an injury and was depressed that I couldn't do high impact cardio workouts, I happened to stumble across one of your pilates video from a google search and this video has completely changed how I view full body workouts. I am new to pilates and I absolutely love your informative approachable guidance! This was a wonderful workout, and it made me work muscle groups I didn't know I had and left me sweaty!!! Thank you!
I have been really sick and I was wasn't able to workout for two months. I used to workout every day and I used to be one of those people with six pack and real muscle. Now I find it hard to breathe as well because it was a lungs disease, not to mention that I have too much skin now too (I lost a lot of weight 😭) and my body form is bad. Your videos have been helping me out a lot these days and it feels good to have workout that does not feel like too much and also focuses on breathing 😊 Thank you so much, you don't know how much this helps me ❤
Dear Nicole, I have been following your classes for 1 year and, thanks to you, I can now do longer and more intense sessions, but tonight, lacking motivation, I wanted to try this session for beginners. It is really very well adapted for beginners, but also allows more advanced levels to do an easier exercise when we are tired. But, especially that makes us rediscover the fundamentals of the working postures by repositioning correctly the different parts of the body. It is true that we often tend, during a continuous effort or a challenge, to forget these basics... or to not listen the teacher's recommendations anymore... 🤭 JJ / Wuhan
It is so good to go back to basics, because sometimes we tend to think that we are advanced and we know it all, but we lose track of the right form of the exercises which could cause injuries. I'm having a lot of fun with this playlist for beginners! Thank you, Nicole!
Yeeeeeees!!! I loved this video!! Simple things like putting the “air pocket” under your side when doing the leg work, and the shoulder work you did... outstanding!!! Loved it!!! 👌🏼💕 thank you Nicole!!!
Dear Nicole, I just finished this class, feeling so relaxed and peaceful! Thank you!! I'm new to Pilates and this is the third beginners class of yours I've taken! I love the classes. Your gentle and expert guidance is invaluable. I feel so good after just three classes! I'm hooked! Thanks again! 😊
This is great for not just absolute beginners, but also for those who want to go back to basics to make sure you focus on your core. Thank you very much!!
Hi Nicole! I am a 22 med student who recently diagnosed with MS.(I know that does not concern you but I wanted to write my thoughts) I read a lot of information about ,which kind of workouts should I add in my daily basis and Pilates-yoga were my first option. This workout was really good and not very difficult for me as I haven’t done again Pilates (but I were dancing for 15 years , so balance and strength is my thing) but this video really helped me especially with the coordination thing between inspiration and expiration and the whole concept. So for sure I will see and do most of your videos. Thank you very much and keep going 💁🏼♀️ we need more calm and inspirational people like you
Thank you so much lovely! I'm so happy that this was just what you needed and the kind of workouts you're looking for.🥰 So great that you have done lots of research on what exercise can help. Hope you are doing well and sending you lots of love ❤
I used to dance four or five hours a day, would go on 11 mile mountain bike runs and was so fit. We would do probably an hour and a half of Pilates a day as warm ups and cool downs. I’d probably find this workout not nearly enough to be effective. After a few years off, Epstein barre infection, long covid and probably auto immune issues that no doctor has yet bothered to help me diagnose, I’m starting from below ground zero doing a walk and one workout a day to see if I get any relief. Sometimes getting up at all is hard and it was so hard getting through this video without getting upset about how hard it was for me and comparing my condition now to my past self. But after reading the comments I’ll keep trying, it’s nice to know I’m not alone! And the pace of the video was helpful. I was expecting to be rushing and destroyed by the end but the light and mindful tone helped me keep going.
Dear Nicole, thanks so much for this video! It's really helping me to get back into moving every day. Can you recommend another of your videos that is at the same difficulty level? (I tried two of your other beginner classes and they felt very much intermediate to not-so-very-sporty-right-now-me.
I probably should have started with this video, it was very helpful t in finding the correct positioning of all parts of my body. I can see that working with a pilates instructor in a class would also be a good idea. Once I feel comfortable with your beginner videos, I think I will seek out a class here in Wilmington while continuing with your videos. You are so thorough. Thank you!
More more beginners classes! Been doing this everyday and I feel great! Slow and steady I will be able to do the other videos, but this begginer one is so fun and perfect for me! Thank you ❤
Love these videos. This is my third one I did and already my plantar fasciitis is feeling better. I'm able to walk better, especially in the morning, the worst time of day usually. :)
@MoveWithNicole ❤loved this video! Haven’t done Pilates in many years but since my dad passed away (tomorrow 1 month Anniversary 😢) I’ve been wanting something that is not only good for the body but also meditative in nature - I will be coming back ! Thank you :)
I have never done Pilates before just yoga. I’ve been thinking of starting classes but have been worried about my overall fitness because I feel so weak. I really enjoyed this, can’t wait for more!
Thank you for your videos. I injured my hamstring in the fall and was looking for yoga to help with my stretches. Somehow I ended up doing Pilates and haven’t stopped.
I did this today and I loved it! I've worked out kind of incosistently for years and did a bunch of pilates style videos on YT without really learning how to do it properly. At first I thought doing only a few moves would be pointless but doing it with the right technique and focus on breathing made it a lot more effective. It was also great for a day like this where I have motivation but not a lot of energy :)
This class was amazing! Thank you. Would you be able to do 10-15 minutes like this for beginners and that it can be done in the morning or when the body is very stiff so it's nice and gentle. Thank you! xx
this is my first pilates exercise, i loved it! usually i lift weights and run to stay in shape, but i am quarantining right now so i am stuck inside my room all day. this was perfect to slow down and get some movement in. it was amazing how i was focusing on activating parts of my body i almost never think about. i was really feeling it at some moments LOL! i loved how intentional all the movement was and the emphasis on control. overall a very mindful and engaging exercise. i'm probably going to incorporate pilates into my routine now!
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This was my first pilates workout, i usually did hiit's and weight workouts, after which felt like I was doing these workouts not because I want to be healthy, but because I am chasing beauty standards, it is very tiring and I decided to change my routine to stay active but with less intensity, and as it turned out, I really liked Pilates! I really liked how you explained each step and taught how to breathe, because I often forget about breathing, I felt many muscles and for the first time in a long time I feel more positive and cheerful than tired with just the desire to lie down, thank you very much for your work.
same thing with me going to the gym, pilates and yoga make me feel more confident in my body and i actually enjoy the classes instead of worrying about what i look like the whole time. i also did a few hot yoga classes in person and i love the community
I also opted for Pilates over resistance training! Not to say weights are a bad thing, they are very much a good thing. But like you said, i found myself doing it because of beauty standards and it became exhausting.
Agreeed!!
You sound just like me!!! This is why I think Pilates may be a good thing for me too to bring calmness every so often, as we do know how to push ourselves but may not (yet) be any good at actually being calm - while still feeling our beloved muscles which we’ve worked so hard to build.
Girl, thank you for posting this! It makes me feel better knowing I'm not the only one who went to the gym and lifted weights to achieve a beauty standard. I feel so much happier now after this realization!
To be honest I feel a little bit ashamed of myself for finding this workout hard after reading the comments but I know I got myself into a very bad deep hole after getting diagnosed with my thyroid diseases and gaining a lot of weight surely did noting good but here I am trying to get myself together I hope in the future It will be an easier beginner workout for me too until than I am going to practice and fight. Have a good day today and tomorrow everyone 🥰
I also struggled! I tried this workout and could only get to 27 minutes before my body couldn't go any more. All we can do is keep trying :)
Hey, it's okay . You've got it . I found it difficult too. We can do this
Dont worry about it, im very young and at a healthy weight yet I struggled too…. Everyone begins somewhere
Yeah way too hard for a beginner workout. Someday but definitely not now.
You didn’t get yourself into a 0:40 deep hole. Hypothyroidism isn’t your fault!
Taking it back to basics today with this 35 minute Beginner Pilates class. If you are new to pilates or just want to slow things down, this class is for you.😊 Let me know how you go and if you would like to see more beginner classes. 💕
More advanced classes, please:) I have been following you for a while, so a bit too late for me to start to do beginner classes
I loved this! Even though I have been doing Pilates for a while now, this reminded me about that having a good foundation is critical:)))
I AM a beginner and I was most grateful for this video as a way for me to get started. I'd love more classes geared t those of us who are just starting. Thank you!
@@maryziegler6987 I second that!
i appreciate you making beginner videos for some of us, but this is too slow even for a slow day for me haha! I amped up the moves accordingly, listening to your voice is very soothing though
Thank you for going slow and using a soothing voice. I’m 75 and this is a first Pilates experience for me. Looking forward to being a better me ❤
This comment warmed my heart 💗
I've done pilates off and on for 25 years to stay in shape and maintain mobility. But a few years ago I got into an unhealthy relationship, drifted away from a regular practice and began to succumb to the effects of perimenopause. Last May, I was the victim of an assault and suffered a stroke 4 months later. After months of depression and lethargy, I finally committed to taking up pilates again,. I tried an intermediate class and was immediately frustrated with the weakness and pain in my body and nearly gave up. This morning I tried Nicole's full body beginner class and was blown away with her clarity and attention to form (not an easy feat on a video). It is always healing to return to the basics and you can still get a great workout in, if you are truly focussed on perfecting form. I was really grateful to have found her series and will definitely continue!
@@bhazey16 very similar to my story. It’s great to hear we can make it back to ourselves ♥️
I loved doing the moves more mindfully instead of rushing through to sweat it out. Thank you!!
So happy to hear that 😊❤
Same me. It's gentle and effective
WARNING: Do not do the "relaxing stretches" at the end of the video---they put you at great risk of severe knee damage if you aren't already a flexible person! The routine is good, just STOP at the 31:00 mark. True beginners should NOT do the stretches after that point.
This is a beginner's routine from start to finish. There is no such thing as stretching for beginners or more advanced people. Stretching is the most essential part of the routine to avoid inflammation and soreness of the muscles after a workout and the REWARD for your body and mind. The only determining factor is one's own flexibility and common sense.
this was awesome, sometimes I felt like I would die but then it was very relaxed again and when U said it's the last exercise I was so surprised because these 30mimutes felt like 10
yess i was thinking that too haha :) the time went pretty fast!
"Sometimes I felt like I would die" 😆 Yeah, old weight lifter here. Pretty stiff.
I have to say this is the most relaxing pilates workout I have done 😯 but still got results soo thank you so much 🙏🏽🙏🏽 I have lost 2 kg at the moment and I am very proud of my self, wish me luck to continue this healthy journey 🙏🏻
Aw thank you, so happy you enjoyed it! You should absolutely be so proud of yourself! Wishing you all the best for your health and fitness journey! We are all here with you.❤😘
if you dont mind me asking, how did you lose two kgs and over what period of time? thank you and congrats on your journey!!
@@shreyabasu676 heyy😊 it's been a month now. I have been exercising 5x a week..but I think it's more what you eat..I am diabetic so I just cut sugary things from my diet..nothing extreme just exercising and simple eating
@@florentiakasapi8759 do you mind if I ask you another question? Are you only doing pilates or doing another workout too?
I have been trying to do regular exercise (and failing) for years, actually for my entire adult life (I’m now 51). Moving with Nicole is the first thing I’ve tried that I actually enjoy and look forward to, rather than dread as a boring neccessity. Nicole, I thank you in my head each time I watch one of your videos - you are a beautiful, intuitive teacher who makes us all feel like we can do this! ❤
You give the best workouts on the internet. Honestly. You teach pilates so well. No one else comes close. Thank you.
I thought this workout would be a little too easy. But as I was Monday-tired I thought I'd try it out anyway. (Also Im such a fan that if Nicole told me to jump of a cliff I probably would! 🙃) Interestingly, this beginners workout was extremely helpful. And once I'd adjusted to the very mindful pace it became very satisfying to concentrate more than usual on the moves and on my breathing. Loved it! Thank you, Nicole. Another 11/10 👍☺️
Aw thank you Camilla! Reading your comment made me smile so much! 🥰 I'm so happy you enjoyed it and found it helpful! Sending you lots of love ❤
Its really hard for me to keep with a workout when they rush through it, assuming everyone knows how to do the moves. I really appreciate how you taught me breathing, thank you! Your awesome!
And it’s nice bc she doesn’t drag it out and always reminds us to check our posture. And, all of her videos are free! You don’t have to pay hundreds of dollars for Pilates classes!
I’m 51 years old, and my daughter introduced me to this exercise, thinking, ‘Okay, I need to give this a shot,’ since nothing else has worked with other exercises I’ve tried. I’m telling you, on my first day, I did cry - sounds crazy, but I did. The second to the third day was the worst because I already felt the pain and soreness in my body, but I never gave up. Today is my 7th day, and I feel better; my body is already used to it. The best part? It really feels great now that I’m stretching my body like I haven’t done before! It’s awesome! Even my husband noticed that my tummy is getting smaller.😂 🥰 Thank you Nicole ! Muahhhhh!
Good for you!! Are you keeping it up?
I love your beginner's classes, especially on days that I have had a strenuous hike and run, perfect for additional low-impact exercise and warm down. Love your work!
Thank you for these beginner classes! I have back problems, and I'm 50, so these are great to familiarize myself with pilates and safely, gently begin this practice❤
This comment is mostly for my own reminders when I come back to do these videos over and over again: I love this one for a more gentle day. It works the core, glutes, mid/lower back, and triceps with a nice gentle stretch at the end 🥰
Im new in pilates, i found this class fantastic because you explain every movement and you dont rush in doing exercises
Thank you, I am so happy you enjoyed it! 😊❤️
As a senior new to Pilates I appreciate your clear and gentle instructions and the pace, which allows me to do the exercises correctly. The degree of challenge can be varied, too! It’s what you put into the lifts and curls. After two months of doing your videos every other day, I look different and feel better! Thank you.
This was such a wonderful flow. I have recently been suffering from two herniated discs & several other bulging discs in my spine & this not only made me feel amazing but also didn’t upset my sciatica! I look forward to coming back to this one!
just tried this ! didn’t even feel like 35 minutes, totally coming back to your videos thank you ❤
As a old Ballet Dancer that has gained weight and out of shape in my late 30’s and has few different Autoimmune diseases it’s amazing how my body has muscle memory and responded so well to Pilates ❤
I felt a little tired today, but wanting to commit to my goal of doing Pilates 3 times a week. Found this video and it was perfect for me, a beginner, who wanted something a little less challenging for the end of the week. Would love more of these. Thank you!
I'm starting my pilates journey tomorrow I'm really excited to see my results:)))))
Staring mine tomorrow! We got this!
starting mine tmrw too!!
I did my second excercise today :) let's keep going!
You got this! I’ve been doing Pilates for a while but I still love the beginners workout, they help me not rush
@@sielukettu do you do the same one everyday
I'm generally a very active and athletic person, but because of covid, starting law school, and moving toeurope I fell off a weekly routine and have lost all the strength I used to have. I am basically starting from zero and I find these beginners classes amazing. I really feel my muscles engaged. I can't wait to gain my strength back and get back in shape!
i never found joy in hiit workouts.. this was my first pilates one i did and it was really amazing and calming. you somehow feel relaxed while your muscles are burning at the same time. i love it thank you sm!!!
After a year my Lower Back started to lock up again. After a few days of taking medication I went back to the initial Pilates classes. Thank you so much anicole for all the classes! You help much hundreds people !
This is the perfect compliment to running. It forces me to move in ways that aren't forward/backwards and really helps work muscles that don't get used often.
This was my first venture back into exercising after a several long month hiatus. Thanks for a lovely and gentle reentry. Cheers to a little more health and balance!
So happy you enjoyed it, especially for your first class back! Sending you lots of love. ❤️
thank you Nicole! Having been diagnosed with spinal issues, pilates came up repeatedly as a essential component of my spine restoration. Your calm, beautiful approach has been perfect for my needed development of my core. The toning and strength of my other muscle groups is an added bonus. Love your workouts!
your begginer classes are absolutelz what I have been looking for to start feeling strong and get rid of back pain! thank you
This workout made me feel amazing. As someone who has did Pilates for years, then got hit suddenly by menopause, I stiffened and had joint issues within 2 months. I really am starting from the beginning again, not sure my hyper flexible body will return, but this is really helping and I’m enjoying it
This was perfect! I hate most other forms of exercise, but this was a perfect blend of yoga and strength training that I felt I could accomplish. I agree with what someone else said, I'm also not as flexible as I'd like to be, but I hope to improve that through your videos! Thank you for sharing
I'm so happy that you enjoyed it! Means a lot to me.🥰 Keep practicing and your flexibility will improve don't worry.❤️
Estava fazendo uma outra aula da Nicole para iniciantes mas de 20 min: senti dificuldade em executar os movimentos e as repetições adequadas, mas hoje decidi fazer esse de 35 min e GAROTA VOCÊ É A MELHOR MESMO! Consegui fazer tudo sem grande dificuldade. Essa definitivamente se tornou minha aula favorita (por enquanto) ❤
Really liked the pace of this one. I'd love to see more beginner and beginner into intermediate videos. Thank you for your time and energy 😊❤
So happy you enjoyed it! More to come 😊
Hi Nicole, I am writing to thank you. You literally changed my life. I have fibromyalgia and have been looking for exercises to ease the my upper shoulders’ pain and strengthen my core muscles. I ran into exercises for beginners and found them perfect for me. I practice every other day and after doing those exercises I feel better. Can you recommend other videos similar to this one that don’t put too much strain on muscles and joints, but help me progressing? Thank you so much. Anna
Finding this video is a god send. I’ve been stuck in a rut these past couple years trying to find the right routine for me. I finally think I found it! Thank you Nicole.
She’s the best! She explains every step, and I just can’t get enough of Nicole!! I recommend her to everyone to workout with! She’s awesome!
Thank you for these videos!! I’ve been doing these at night after my kids go to bed and they make me feel amazing!
This is me currently! Haha things we do after kiddos go to bed 😂
I used to be fit and after struggled a lot mentally this year, I've decided to take the control of my body again.
I have to rebuilt everything from start : muscule i've lost, pounds i've gained stamina, resistence, abs etc.
I've chose your channel for pilates even though i'm not an native english speaker. I like how you explain carefully the placement and the movement.
However, I wish you show what we should not do as an exemple in order to understand more easily.
Thank you for your work and video. I'll keep going :)
I loved this class, currently working through an injury and this class was perfect. Can we have longer beginner classes, please?
I'm so happy you loved it! Can absolutely create longer ones for you ❤
Hi! I am new at Pilates and you made it so easy, thank you for classifying each workout that way we know if we can do it or not. I have a constant pain in my back and knees and I think this might be the work out that I was looking for. Please continue posting, that’s very nice of you. Thank you.
This is so calming it's perfect to relief stress
I have been watching Move With Nicole for about a year now and feel my best self. I never thought I would find a workout plan that is both challenging and relaxing. I have enjoyed every class, and am now starting to do more of these videos in the morning. Afternoon to evening workouts were fine, but I would just know that my day was going to be divine if I would start with a Move With Nicole workout. Thank you for making this channel acceptable to all stages, and may I keep up with Nicole for the years to come!🥰
Wonderful beginner class for everyone who's just starting pilates. I love that you don't rush through the movements, it really gives me time to focus on my posture and breathing. Thanks Nicole!!
To begin again! Thank you for this beginner Pilates workout. I’m a stage 3c breast cancer survivor, with left arm lymphedema. The lymphedema caused my shoulder to dislocate leading to a shoulder replacement April 2021, followed by physical therapy. Finding the right exercise for lymphedema and new shoulder has been a challenge to say the least. Today, I found you! I was able to do the entire workout. Your directions are clear as you speak and model the movement- position with perfect timing. The slow, mindful movement calms my anxious brain. I am grateful. Blessings 💕
Hi Nicole, this helped me a lot! I'm a beginner/intermediate. I would love a mix of beginner and intermediate. 😊 Oh, and this felt really good taking things slower.❣️
So happy you liked it! Can definitely create some beg/intermediate classes. Thank you for the suggestion! 😊
Yes same for me. A mix between beginner and intermediate would be fantastic.
Would also love a mix between beginner and intermediate. Thanks for these workouts! They are wonderful!
Thank you a lot! Yes, please more video like this! I really need something for muscle tonus and do not sweating, when it's hot weather outside or I'm too tired for intensive practice.
This was so relaxing, and I loved your extra, detailed explanations on the position of our spine, etc. It helped to better visualise things and be more mindful about my body. Even though I've done pilates for a few years now, I still found it super helpful. Thank you!
Its been ten days since i started nicoles beginners classes. At first i was like i was going to die and i couldnt stand for more than ten minutes but now i can go at the end of the classes and today i kinda started the feel like they are getting easy for me. So from this day on im gonna do these classes twice a day so that maybe a week later i can move to the intermediate levels. Thank you nicole you definitely changed my life. Ps ive lost 3 kg in ten days. Lots of love and hugs from Türkiye❤❤❤
Really enjoyed this class!! Your cues were so helpful with my alignment and remembering to engaging my core! I didn’t know that your tailbone wasn’t supposed to lift off the mat when you tell us to tuck your pelvis, learned so much from this! Instantly felt muscles engage like never before, Thank you!
This is my first time doing this type of work out ..I'm in my 30..and my kids are already seeing results after 5days doing Move with Nicole.. thanks for sharing ❤
Just did this for a second time 😍 Thanks for this HUMBLING reminder to slow down and focus and go back to basics. Just because a movement is small and slow doesn't mean its easy!
If this was my first pilates class I would be hooked
I have been slowly regaining strength after a very long catastrophic illness. I have studied Pilates and yoga before but this is perfect for where I am right now. Thank you. 🙏
Came back to this workout this morning. My shoulders needed a little gentleness, and wow, this practice took all the pain away. I'm so grateful to you and all you offer us, Nicole. Thank you so much!
Yay so happy to hear that! 💗
I so so appreciate this video! I've been dealing with sciatica lately and this instantly soothed my back.
I just started doing Pilates a week ago, so this was very helpful. Thank you
Amazing! First lesson for me. I’m rehabbing from a bad hip injury 10 months ago. Physical therapy sessions ( 24 in total ) included the reformer toward the end. I graduated with certain exercises to continue with, and I opted for 8 private reformer classes which insurance wouldn’t pay for. $$$$$$$ … So here I am, so happy to have found this channel. Really nice pace, and clear instructions. Form is vital, so I’m thankful for having had solid foundation in my PT ‘journey’.. Thank You!!! I turn 70 in 4 months, so I really appreciate this
I loved this class! I take reformer classes regularly and didn’t know if I would find this class challenging, but it was! Challenging AND relaxing! You’ve earned yourself a subscriber and I can’t wait to take more of your classes!
Thank you so much, Vivienne! I'm so happy that you loved it and that you were pleasantly surprised! 🥰 Sending you lots of love ❤️
as someone who runs 10ks and does lots of strength training, this was quite easy, but i can see how this is a wonderful place to start for those who are just getting into fitness! don't let fitness people make you feel bad for starting. i started out obese, i'd never even ran a mile all the way through and i could barely run 30 seconds at a time. that being said, no matter where you start, and no matter how difficult others find it, just keep going and just keep trying, and you'll eventually reach your goals. what matters most is that you just get up and try each time, even when it feels difficult
Pilates is so incredibly underrated. Even this beginners class can be extremely difficult for someone who has been "fit" for many years. What a phenomenal class in truly teaching and prompting what real core control is. This slow-paced class is excellent for my journey in postpartum recovery. Beautiful. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your videos. I'm very over weight, and your beginner videos are difficult for me, but not so difficult I get discouraged, and Thank you thank you thank you for repeating multiple times to keep muscles engaged. For a beginner, it's hard to focus on breathing, moving AND keep muscles engaged, but your reminders really make a difference!
After falling off my routine this is my first workout in a while thank you so muchhh
This workout was so refreshing. After my spinal surgery there are not many exercises I can do without pain, and as such developed quite a stationary lifestyle. This routine however (modified a bit for my back) helped me feel so energized and brought such relief to my stiff muscles. Thank you!
I've done pilates here & there over the years. I'm currently utilizing it as a baseline of isometric exercises & flexibility so I can work on getting and staying in shape as I approach perimenopause. I really, really enjoy your thorough explanations and breath reminders. I feel so glad I found your content!!
Nicole, your Full Body Beginners Pilates videos have become an essential part of managing my chronic lower back and hip pain. Thank you so much for helping me find strength and comfort!!! I truly appreciate you. I love this video which encorporates both series that are new and familiar to me! Peaceful blessings!
This is my first Pilates class and I really enjoyed the pace, the exercises and the on target instruction 😊 will be doing more.
I just discovered your channel and did this first Pilates workout. I loved every part of it and made me realized how out of shape I am!! I so thank you very much for these beginner workouts that will help me regain my strength, I saved all of them.😸 Can't wait to move to the intermediate classes! 😻 Love also your peaceful voice and music. They help create a wonderful ambiance that makes you wanna keep going. 💝💝 Big hug from Romania!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Mihaela! I'm so happy that you are enjoying the workouts! Really means a lot to me. Hope you are well and sending you lots of love. 💕
Thank you Nicole for this wonderful beginner full body video. I have been recovering from an injury and was depressed that I couldn't do high impact cardio workouts, I happened to stumble across one of your pilates video from a google search and this video has completely changed how I view full body workouts. I am new to pilates and I absolutely love your informative approachable guidance! This was a wonderful workout, and it made me work muscle groups I didn't know I had and left me sweaty!!! Thank you!
Thank you, really loved these exercises.
I suffer from lower back pain and it helps 🙌
I have been really sick and I was wasn't able to workout for two months. I used to workout every day and I used to be one of those people with six pack and real muscle. Now I find it hard to breathe as well because it was a lungs disease, not to mention that I have too much skin now too (I lost a lot of weight 😭) and my body form is bad. Your videos have been helping me out a lot these days and it feels good to have workout that does not feel like too much and also focuses on breathing 😊
Thank you so much, you don't know how much this helps me ❤
Love love love your beginner pilates classes as it helps me do the moves more mindfully! Please keep up the beginners content!!
Thank you! I'm so happy you love them ❤
Excellent! I'm loving these beginner videos. I'm burned out (and injured) with weight training and needed something different.
Dear Nicole, I have been following your classes for 1 year and, thanks to you, I can now do longer and more intense sessions, but tonight, lacking motivation, I wanted to try this session for beginners.
It is really very well adapted for beginners, but also allows more advanced levels to do an easier exercise when we are tired. But, especially that makes us rediscover the fundamentals of the working postures by repositioning correctly the different parts of the body. It is true that we often tend, during a continuous effort or a challenge, to forget these basics... or to not listen the teacher's recommendations anymore... 🤭
JJ / Wuhan
I'm so happy that you enjoyed this class! You are absolutely right! It is often so nice to go back to the basics. Sending you lots of love. ❤️
It is so good to go back to basics, because sometimes we tend to think that we are advanced and we know it all, but we lose track of the right form of the exercises which could cause injuries. I'm having a lot of fun with this playlist for beginners! Thank you, Nicole!
I think this may be my favourite beginners workout yet ! Thank you for the emphasis on the pelvic floor. 💕 would love an hour long beginners class!
1st pilates after 3 years with no exercise. Thank you!!! Hope to see my healthy body soon with you.
Yeeeeeees!!! I loved this video!! Simple things like putting the “air pocket” under your side when doing the leg work, and the shoulder work you did... outstanding!!! Loved it!!! 👌🏼💕 thank you Nicole!!!
Thank you so much! So happy you loved it! ❤
Dear Nicole, I just finished this class, feeling so relaxed and peaceful! Thank you!! I'm new to Pilates and this is the third beginners class of yours I've taken! I love the classes. Your gentle and expert guidance is invaluable. I feel so good after just three classes! I'm hooked! Thanks again! 😊
This is great for not just absolute beginners, but also for those who want to go back to basics to make sure you focus on your core. Thank you very much!!
So happy you enjoyed it ❤
Hi Nicole! I am a 22 med student who recently diagnosed with MS.(I know that does not concern you but I wanted to write my thoughts) I read a lot of information about ,which kind of workouts should I add in my daily basis and Pilates-yoga were my first option. This workout was really good and not very difficult for me as I haven’t done again Pilates (but I were dancing for 15 years , so balance and strength is my thing) but this video really helped me especially with the coordination thing between inspiration and expiration and the whole concept. So for sure I will see and do most of your videos. Thank you very much and keep going 💁🏼♀️ we need more calm and inspirational people like you
Thank you so much lovely! I'm so happy that this was just what you needed and the kind of workouts you're looking for.🥰 So great that you have done lots of research on what exercise can help. Hope you are doing well and sending you lots of love ❤
I used to dance four or five hours a day, would go on 11 mile mountain bike runs and was so fit. We would do probably an hour and a half of Pilates a day as warm ups and cool downs. I’d probably find this workout not nearly enough to be effective. After a few years off, Epstein barre infection, long covid and probably auto immune issues that no doctor has yet bothered to help me diagnose, I’m starting from below ground zero doing a walk and one workout a day to see if I get any relief. Sometimes getting up at all is hard and it was so hard getting through this video without getting upset about how hard it was for me and comparing my condition now to my past self. But after reading the comments I’ll keep trying, it’s nice to know I’m not alone! And the pace of the video was helpful. I was expecting to be rushing and destroyed by the end but the light and mindful tone helped me keep going.
Dear Nicole, thanks so much for this video! It's really helping me to get back into moving every day. Can you recommend another of your videos that is at the same difficulty level? (I tried two of your other beginner classes and they felt very much intermediate to not-so-very-sporty-right-now-me.
So nice to be able to focus on getting my alignment right. Thank you!
So glad to hear that! ❤
I probably should have started with this video, it was very helpful t in finding the correct positioning of all parts of my body. I can see that working with a pilates instructor in a class would also be a good idea. Once I feel comfortable with your beginner videos, I think I will seek out a class here in Wilmington while continuing with your videos. You are so thorough. Thank you!
I was in the process of searching for today's workout when this notification popped up! Perfect timing ☺️
Yay perfect timing! I hope you enjoy it ❤
More more beginners classes! Been doing this everyday and I feel great! Slow and steady I will be able to do the other videos, but this begginer one is so fun and perfect for me! Thank you ❤
My whole spine is giggling with a joy right now!! Thank you nicole
Yay! So happy to heat that. 💗
Love these videos. This is my third one I did and already my plantar fasciitis is feeling better. I'm able to walk better, especially in the morning, the worst time of day usually. :)
This is lovely. We are worse than beginners. Flexibility of a brick! Would love more of this type of session.
@MoveWithNicole ❤loved this video! Haven’t done Pilates in many years but since my dad passed away (tomorrow 1 month Anniversary 😢) I’ve been wanting something that is not only good for the body but also meditative in nature - I will be coming back ! Thank you :)
This felt so GOOD. Just what I needed today, thank you!
I have never done Pilates before just yoga. I’ve been thinking of starting classes but have been worried about my overall fitness because I feel so weak. I really enjoyed this, can’t wait for more!
here i am - at the starting board again......with you Nicole. Say a prayer for me that I can get back in shape again love.
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Thank you for your videos. I injured my hamstring in the fall and was looking for yoga to help with my stretches. Somehow I ended up doing Pilates and haven’t stopped.
Great workout! These "begiinner" workouts are often harder because you concentrate more on fewer, less complicated movements.
I agree! The really slow and controlled movements really burn! 🔥
I did this today and I loved it! I've worked out kind of incosistently for years and did a bunch of pilates style videos on YT without really learning how to do it properly. At first I thought doing only a few moves would be pointless but doing it with the right technique and focus on breathing made it a lot more effective. It was also great for a day like this where I have motivation but not a lot of energy :)
This is exactly what I needed to ground myself today. Thank you so much for this. I would love to see more beginner videos like this one❤️
This class was amazing! Thank you.
Would you be able to do 10-15 minutes like this for beginners and that it can be done in the morning or when the body is very stiff so it's nice and gentle. Thank you! xx
What a beautiful beginner flow. Thank you for sharing with us :)
this is my first pilates exercise, i loved it! usually i lift weights and run to stay in shape, but i am quarantining right now so i am stuck inside my room all day. this was perfect to slow down and get some movement in. it was amazing how i was focusing on activating parts of my body i almost never think about. i was really feeling it at some moments LOL! i loved how intentional all the movement was and the emphasis on control. overall a very mindful and engaging exercise. i'm probably going to incorporate pilates into my routine now!