12/27/2025
💫 Move of the Week: Pilates Ab Crunch with the Mini Ball
Take your core work up a notch with our favorite mini-ball crunch! This move strengthens your deep core muscles while helping with stability, posture, and alignment.
How to do it:
Sit on your mat with knees bent + feet flat. Position the mini ball at your lower back with a light pinch to keep it secure.
Engage your core + pelvic floor, keeping your spine long.
Slowly curl your upper body forward as you exhale, lifting your shoulder blades off the mat.
Inhale as you roll back down with control, keeping the ball in place.
Repeat for 10–15 reps, moving with precision, not speed.
Common mistakes to watch for:
❌ Pulling with your neck or shoulders instead of your core
❌ Using momentum to lift instead of controlled abdominal engagement
❌ Letting your lower back arch — keep it gently pressed into the ball
Pro Tip: Stay connected through your core, keeping everything aligned as you balance on the ball. Let your stability guide the depth of your crunch — move only as deep as feels supported.
This move is small but mighty — perfect for strengthening your core safely, improving posture, and feeling taller + stronger with every rep. 💛✨
