Kneeling Side Arms – High 5th
- 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
Starting position
Kneel sideways on the carriage holding the strap with the hand closest to it. Begin with both arms out to the side in second position, elbows slightly rounded. (Option: sit back on heels for more stability.)
Instructions
Inhale, reach both arms overhead into high fifth position, bringing the hands toward each other above the head. Exhale, return the arms back to second position with control.
Teaching cues
- Keep arms rounded
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