Which muscles does the pilates hundred work?

The pilates hundred mainly works your abs. It also involves your hip flexors.

How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the pilates hundred in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log how long you hold or perform each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Pilates Hundred: how to do it and muscles worked

The pilates hundred mainly works your abs, with help from your hip flexors. You need bodyweight (no equipment).

Muscles worked

Main

Helping

Hip flexors

How to do the pilates hundred

1
Lie on your back with your legs raised to a tabletop or extended at about 45 degrees. Lift your head and shoulders off the mat and reach your arms alongside your hips.
2
Pump your arms up and down in small, quick beats while breathing in for 5 pumps and out for 5 pumps. Keep your abs drawn in and your lower back pressed into the mat.
3
Continue for 100 pumps, or about 1 minute. Bend your knees or lower your head if your neck or back tires.

Form tip: Keep your lower back on the mat. If it arches, raise your legs higher or bend your knees to keep your core working.

Common questions

Which muscles does the pilates hundred work?: The pilates hundred mainly works your abs. It also involves your hip flexors.
What equipment do I need for the pilates hundred?: You need bodyweight (no equipment).
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the pilates hundred in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log how long you hold or perform each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.