Triceps Press Back
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Arm Work
- Level: Beginner
- Body position: Seated-LongBox
- Repetitions: 8–12 reps
- Springs: 1 Blue (Medium) – 1 Red + 1 Blue
- Headrest: Down
- Footbar: No bar
Starting position
Sit upright facing the straps, hinge forward with flat back, diagonal upper body. Hold one strap in each hand. Begin with the arms pressed back alongside the body, upper arms close to the torso and parallel to it, elbows bent, chest lifted and spine tall
Instructions
Exhale to extend the elbows, pressing the hands back without moving the upper arms. Inhale to bend the elbows and return to the starting position, keeping the upper arms still and close to the sides throughout
Teaching cues
- Upper arms stay still
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