Arm Circles (Forward & Reverse)
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Arm Work
- Level: Beginner
- Body position: Seated-ShortBox
- Repetitions: 6–10 reps
- Springs: 1 Yellow (Light) – 1 Red (Heavy)
- Headrest: Down
- Footbar: Any
Starting position
Sit upright on the short box placed on the carriage facing the footbar. Feet flat on the carriage, knees bent at 90 degrees. Hold one strap in each hand with arms reaching forward at shoulder height, palms facing down or slightly inward
Instructions
Perform controlled arm circles, moving the arms out to the sides and around, returning to the starting position. Reverse the direction after completing repetitions
Teaching cues
- Keep circles smooth and even
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