Please visit http://www.PilatesOnFifth.com (for more info), http://www.UltimatePilatesWorkouts.com (for more videos) and http://www.Shop.PilatesOnFifth.com (for store). Yawning Cat is a variation of the Cat Stretch, part of a great warm-up for any Pilates class. The Yawning Cat adds rotation of the spine to increase flexibility and stretch the muscles of the chest and back. Be sure to keep the abs engaged to prevent the back from arching!