Short Box Forearm Plank – Single Leg Knee Drive
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Full Body Integration
- Level: Intermediate
- Body position: ShortBox
- Repetitions: 5–8 reps
- Springs: 1 Blue (Medium) – 1 Yellow (Light)
- Headrest: Any
- Footbar: Any
Starting position
Place the short box on the carriage lengthwise. Face the straps with forearms on the box and feet against the footplate. Extend into a full forearm plank with shoulders over elbows.
Instructions
From the forearm plank, bend one knee and draw it toward the chest, lifting that foot away from the footplate while the other leg stays long and supports the plank. Extend the leg back to the footplate with control and repeat on the same side or alternate sides.
Teaching cues
- Keep the pelvis level
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