Stomach Massage – Reach + Twist (Ball Behind Sacrum)
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Abs/Core
- Level: Intermediate
- Body position: Seated-FacingFootbar
- Repetitions: 6-8 reps each side
- Springs: 2 Red – 1 Red + 1 Blue
- Headrest: Any
- Footbar: Low
- Prop: Ball
Starting position
Sit with ball behind sacrum and feet on footbar in V. Arms reach forward. Slight lean back supported by the ball.
Instructions
Exhale, press the carriage out while rotating the torso to one side. Inhale, return the carriage while rotating back to center. Alternate sides each repetition, maintaining stable pelvis and supported spine.
Teaching cues
- Rotate from the waist
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