Short Box – Tree Prep (Hamstring Prep)
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Abs/Core
- Level: Beginner
- Body position: Seated-ShortBox
- Repetitions: 6-8 reps each side
- Springs: All
- Headrest: Any
- Footbar: No bar
Starting position
Sit on short box, one foot under strap, other leg extended or slightly bent, holding behind thigh or calf
Instructions
Extend and bend the free leg multiple times while maintaining upright posture. Option to walk hands slightly up the leg as it extends, then return. Focus on controlled movement and hamstring length without collapsing posture
Teaching cues
- Sit tall throughout
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