Side Splits – Turnout (Knees Bent)
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Leg Work
- Level: Beginner
- Body position: Standing
- Repetitions: 8–10 reps
- Springs: 1 Blue (Medium) – 1 Red + 1 Yellow
- Headrest: Any
- Footbar: Any
Starting position
Stand with one foot on the platform and one on the carriage. Knees bent in turnout (sumo position). Torso upright
Instructions
Inhale to press the carriage out. Exhale to return with control while staying low. Optionally open the arms out in a T-shape when opening the carriage.
Teaching cues
- Maintain turnout
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