Short Box – Side Sit Ups

Equipment: Reformer
Category: Abs/Core
Level: Intermediate
Body position: Seated-ShortBox
Repetitions: 3-5 reps each side
Springs: All
Headrest: Any
Footbar: No bar

Starting position

Start in side bend position with foot secured under strap. Arms crossed, overhead, or extended

Instructions

Exhale to lift the torso back to upright using the obliques. Inhale to lower back into the side bend with control. Movement stays strictly lateral without rotation

Teaching cues

Lift from the underside waist

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