Single Straight Leg Stretch (Ball Under Shoulder Blades)
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Abs/Core
- Level: Intermediate
- Body position: Supine
- Repetitions: 6-10 reps each side
- Springs: Any
- Headrest: Down
- Footbar: Any
- Prop: Ball
Starting position
Lie supine with ball under shoulder blades. Lift into a chest curl. One leg reaches to ceiling, the other extends forward. Hands lightly hold the upper leg.
Instructions
Exhale, pulse the top leg twice while maintaining trunk stability on the ball. Switch legs and repeat. Keep the pelvis stable and the lower back supported throughout.
Teaching cues
- Keep pelvis steady
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