Short Box – Twist + Press (Magic Circle)
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Abs/Core
- Level: Intermediate
- Body position: Seated-ShortBox
- Repetitions: 6-8 reps
- Springs: All
- Headrest: Any
- Footbar: No bar
- Prop: Magic Circle
Starting position
Sit tall on the short box, feet under strap. Hold the magic circle in both hands in a W-shape (elbows bent, circle in front of chest).
Instructions
Exhale, rotate the torso to one side without shifting the pelvis. At end range, press into the magic circle for 3–5 small pulses. Inhale, return to center. Repeat to the other side.
Teaching cues
- Rotate from the waist
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