Feet in straps – Circles (In & Out)
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Hip Work
- Level: Beginner
- Body position: Supine
- Repetitions: 8-10 reps each direction
- Springs: 1 Red + 1 Blue – 2 Red
- Headrest: As needed
- Footbar: High or Low
Starting position
Supine, feet in straps, legs straight above hips, tailbone is heavy down.
Instructions
Exhale to lower both legs down together, maintaining neutral pelvis and abdominal connection. As the legs reach their lowest point (without losing control), begin to open them out to the sides. Inhale to continue the circle, bringing the legs around and back together at the top. Reverse direction after completing the reps.
Teaching cues
- Lower only as far as pelvis stays neutral
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