The 12 Days of Pilates are here! I’ve loved sharing this year’s line up with you. See below for Days 1-12. Each bite-sized class is approachable, efficient, and designed to meet you exactly where you are - with a few fun surprises along the way. Reach out with any questions!

I’ll see you on the mat.

Day 1: 14 Min Total Body

The theme today is “Easy Does It” and I really mean it. I want it to be a soft-landing into the program… hard work with the complete absence of pressure or judgement. It’s your chance to breathe, move, and simply explore. No matter where you are in your journey, let the practice feel good in your body and then get on with your day.

Heads up! This is classical mat, so you’ll be on the back and belly. Expect some flexion (curl up), extension, and spinal sequencing (think: Pilates Roll Up). If you’re pregnant or these positions don't work for any reason, take this alternate Day 1 workout.

Day 2: 15 Min Low Body

Today’s lower body workout is a lovely mix of stability and mobility - like a perfect “House Blend”, it’s balanced, smooth, and has just the right amount of kick. Featuring five short sections, you’ll see 3 bridge variations and 2 sets of side kicks. Get ready to work hard and give those inner thighs, hips, and glutes some TLC!

Heads up! The second set of side kicks is an advanced kneeling variation. Feel free to lie all the way down, but if you’re up for it, try the progression! You’ll get a little more shoulder stability and sneaky work for the obliques.

Day 9: 12 Min Standing Total Body

This travel-friendly workout takes what we love about Pilates and makes it even more functional - we can translate the best parts of the method into other workouts and everyday movement.

Heads up! Don’t be afraid to wobble - it will help train your balance! Keep a steady gaze at the ground a few feet in front of you and if you feel extra shaky, set up near a wall or counter top for more support.

Alternate Day 3: 12 Min Total Body

Today's 12 Min “Reformer on the Mat” Total Body features exercises on the back and belly. If you’re pregnant, can’t lie on the back, or don’t want to curl up head/neck/shoulders for any reason, take this class instead.

Heads up! The second half of the workout is done on hands and knees. If this isn’t a good option, feel free to stay standing. Square yourself against a countertop, chair, or stool and follow the same cues.

Day 5: 13 Min Total Body

Jam-packed with classic favorites, this is perfect if you want to try out popular exercises. The 2 block “Rinse and Repeat” format allows us to repeat OR layer on progressions, adding challenge by adding rotation, reducing support, or increasing range of motion.

Heads up! This classical Pilates mat-inspired, so you’ll be on the back and belly. Expect some flexion (curl up), extension, and spinal sequencing. If you're pregnant or don’t want to take those positions for any other reason, take the alternate workout!

Day 7: 13 Min Total Body Reset

Let's take things down a notch - not every workout or moment of the day needs to be at max energy. Sometimes it’s ok to just take a minute. Here are 13 of those minutes for you to reset, open up, and tap into the quiet power of your own breath.

Heads up! You'll need a bit of wall space - it should be tall enough to place your hands on while standing and wide enough for a “wall sit”. We’ll also see a brief quadruped - come back to the wall if hands and knees are a no-go.

Day 10 Bonus: Plank and Quadruped Swaps

Today’s workout features weight-bearing exercises to build core/shoulder stability. If you need more support or have wrist, shoulder, or knee discomfort in planks or quadruped, check out alternatives in this quick video.

Bonus Day: 8 Min Family Pilates

This fun little 12 Days Bonus is my second annual family Pilates class - and it might be my new favorite tradition! My sweet niece, Alma, is my co-star (and she is QUITE a star), and my sister and nephew even make a brief appearance. Movement is truly a family affair in my house and I hope it can be in yours too! Gather your family, pour yourself a coffee or mimosa, stay in your PJs, and just dance around together today… I PROMISE it will be the best 8 minutes of your day. :)

Day 6: 11 Min Upper Body + Core

This quickie workout is the little shot of espresso you need to jumpstart your day or shake off an afternoon slump. There’s no classical mat work, but there’s plenty of other work! It has a big focus on the “accessory” muscles around the shoulder joint. Finding strong, fluid range of motion is key to injury resilience.

Heads up! This is quick but it is challenging! Stick with me and don’t be afraid to ditch the weights. In the final push, select the option that fits your body TODAY. There’s no pressure to “do the most.” Pilates is not going anywhere.

Day 12: 14 Min Total Body

Today’s workout is a celebration of what we've done and an exploration of where we're going. We can get so focused on what we can't do yet or what isn't feeling good. Embrace your individual practice today and find a way to make it perfectly imperfect.

Heads up! This is classical Pilates mat-inspired, so you’ll be on the back and belly. Expect some flexion (curl up), extension, and spinal sequencing. If you're pregnant or don’t want to take those positions for any reason, take the alternate Day 12 workout.

Day 8: 14 Min Total Body

A mini ball (or anything else squishy) lets us get deep into the core in today’s total body workout. Specifically targeting the TVA and side obliques, we work into one of my favorite party tricks: the Side Teaser. We build incrementally into this quintessential shape so YOU decide if/when you’re ready.

Heads up! I have TWO quick bonus videos today. The first breaks down the Side Teaser so you know what to expect in that part of class. The second is for my prenatal friends - most of the workout is prenatal-welcoming but you may need a few key swaps!

Day 8 Bonus 2: Prenatal-Welcoming Swaps

Day 8 is classic Pilates mat, but it's most prenatal-welcoming. There are a few exercises that will likely need some swaps if you're pregnant or need a bit more support today. If that sounds like you, check out this quick video before class!

Day 10: 13 Min Total Body

This fast-paced workout has 3 distinct blocks: a low body burner sandwiched by two high sensation upper body sections. The warm up is fairly gentle but then this class MOVES. Just like life, it might feel frenetic sometimes. Lean into it and keep moving.

Heads up! All 3 sections focus on shoulder/core stability, so you'll be on hands and knees quite a bit. But fear not! Weight bearing is not one size fits all. Check out this quick bonus video for specific alternatives for quadruped, plank, and even side planks.

Day 11: 14 Min Low Body

Like Day 2, this workout dances between mobility and stability… but this time we explore even greater range of motion using a stool or countertop for extra support. Tap into your 3D core and “internal stack” to stay steady as the low body glides.

Heads up! We end the workout testing our range of motion in a squat variation - this does not have to be deep. It’s YOUR squat today. Work with the depth you have, breathe into it, and notice if you have more access to this position than you typically do.

Alternate Day 12: 14 Min Total Body

Today's “Perfectly Imperfect” Total Body features exercises on the back and belly. If you’re pregnant, can’t lie on the back, or don’t want to curl up head/neck/shoulders for any reason, take this class instead.

Heads up! The first part of this workout is classical Pilates mat, taken to your feet! You'll need a bit of wall space - enough that you can lean against and move side to side a bit. For the second part of the workout, add padding if your knees are sensitive.

Alternate Day 1: 14 Min Total Body

This is the alternate Day 1 workout, programmed to be prenatal-welcoming and as an alternative approach to the Pilates method.  We explore the core concepts of Pilates (breath, centering, alignment, control) in a way that feels safe and supported, no matter where you are in your fitness journey.

Day 3: 12 Min Total Body

This total body workout borrows exercises and concepts from the beloved Pilates Reformer without needing any fancy equipment or a pricey studio membership! The goal is to create your OWN magic - find steadiness from your center, cultivating resistance and “good tension” with your own muscles.

Heads up! If you're pregnant or simply don’t want to lie on the belly or back, or flex the spine into an ab curl, take the alternate workout!

Day 4: 15 Min Core

This workout proves that the Pilates method does not always mean Pilates mat. It also proves that having a strong working core is NOT the same as doing sit ups and crunches. “3-D Core” support protects the spine and keeps us resilient to injury - both in fitness and in real life!

Heads up! This workout is mostly in a kneeling position. Add padding if you need it or check out this bonus video to learn some excellent modifications with all the same benefits.

Alternate Day 5: 13 Min Total Body

Today's “Rinse and Repeat” Total Body features exercises on the back and belly. If you’re pregnant, can’t lie on the back, or don’t want to curl up head/neck/shoulders for any reason, take this class instead.

Heads up! You’ll be kneeling for several of these exercises. Feel free to add extra padding for the knees or elevate the upper body onto blocks, stacks of books, or even the seat of a chair. You could even stand all the way up!

Day 8 Bonus 1: Side Teaser Preview

We work our way in to Side Teaser by layering on progressions, but it can be intimidating if you've never tried one before. Watch this quick video before class so you know what to expect and can move with confidence!

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • Absolutely! While there is a wide range of experience among 12 Days participants, it’s designed to kickstart your Pilates journey. Modifications and progressions are provided in every workout so you’ll always have a way to keep moving… even if it’s your first day on the mat.

  • Every pregnancy is different so please check in with your doctor to ensure you’re cleared to move. But YES - each workout will be prenatal-welcoming or I will offer an alternative / specific modifications to support you. The same goes for postpartum or injury recovery. The human body is so incredible and that’s never more evident than during pregnancy and motherhood. My goal is to empower you to have agency over your practice, listen to your body, move in way that feels good, and build strength from the inside out.

  • You’ll want to check in with your doctor to make sure it’s safe for you to move, but in general, YES - you’re welcome to participate and modify to suit your needs. This may mean taking breaks, limiting range of motion, or swapping out exercises that don’t work for you right now.

  • Nope! All you need is a mat or long towel. Some workouts will have options for props, such as light weights, a yoga block, or a squishy ball. If you don’t have those, household items such as soup cans, a small pillow, or even a roll of toilet paper are amazing substitutes.

  • Each day’s workout will land in your inbox by 7 am (be sure to tell me your timezone when you sign up). It will contain a clickable link to access the class. Don’t forget to add rebecca@rebeccav.fitness to your contacts so my emails don’t land in spam!

  • Nothing! This is my gift to you (and your gift to yourself). If you’d like to support Rebecca V Pilates, join me for live classes on Sundays or reach out to join the Move Better Founding Members Club.