Stomach Massage – Reach
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Abs/Core
- Level: Intermediate
- Body position: Seated-FacingFootbar
- Repetitions: 6-8 reps
- Springs: 2 Red – 1 Red + 1 Blue
- Headrest: Any
- Footbar: Low
Starting position
Sit just behind the sit bones close to the front edge of the carriage. Feet on the footbar in V position (heels lifted, toes on bar). Legs turned out. Arms reach forward, to the sides, or overhead depending on variation. Spine remains lifted.
Instructions
Exhale, press the carriage back by straightening the legs while maintaining upright posture and arm position. Inhale, lower and lift the heels as you return forward, keeping the arms stable and torso lifted without leaning back.
Teaching cues
- Arms stay active and lifted
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