Side Splits – Adduction Focus (Parallel)
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Leg Work
- Level: Beginner
- Body position: Standing
- Repetitions: 8–10 reps
- Springs: 1 Yellow (Light)
- Headrest: Any
- Footbar: Any
Starting position
Stand with one foot on the platform and one on the carriage. Legs straight and parallel. Use a very light spring. Start with carriage slightly open
Instructions
Inhale to allow the carriage to move out slightly. Exhale to draw the carriage back in using the inner thighs with control
Teaching cues
- Focus on pulling in, not pushing out
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