Kneeling Side Arms – Forward Press + Rotation (Magic Circle)
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Arm Work
- Level: Intermediate
- Body position: Kneeling
- Repetitions: 6-8 reps each side
- Springs: 1 Yellow (Light) – 1 Red (Heavy)
- Headrest: Any
- Footbar: Any
- Prop: Magic Circle
Starting position
Kneel sideways on the carriage. Hold a magic circle between both hands at chest height with arms reaching forward. Spine upright. (Option: sit back on heels for more stability.)
Instructions
Exhale, press the magic circle forward while maintaining shoulder stability. From there, rotate the torso to one side, keeping the arms extended and the circle active. Inhale, return to center, then release the pressure slightly. Repeat to both sides.
Teaching cues
- Press evenly into the circle
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