Double Straight Leg Lower/Lift (Ball Under Shoulder Blades)
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Abs/Core
- Level: Intermediate
- Body position: Supine
- Repetitions: 6-10 reps
- Springs: Any
- Headrest: Down
- Footbar: Any
- Prop: Ball
Starting position
Lie supine with ball under shoulder blades. Legs extended to ceiling, hands supporting the head, elbows wide. Lift into a controlled curl.
Instructions
Exhale, lower both legs together to a controlled angle while maintaining abdominal support and preventing the lower back from arching. Inhale, lift the legs back up with control, keeping the pelvis stable.
Teaching cues
- Lower only as far as you can control
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