Supine Arm – Opposite Arm / Leg
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Abs/Core
- Level: Intermediate
- Body position: Supine
- Repetitions: 8-10 reps each side
- Springs: 1 Red (Heavy) – 1 Red + 1 Blue
- Headrest: As needed
- Footbar: No bar
Starting position
Supine, arms to ceiling (wrists over shoulders, light strap tension), legs in tabletop, neutral spine or chest lift
Instructions
Exhale to lower one arm toward the hip while extending the opposite leg out on a diagonal. Inhale to return to start. Alternate sides, keeping the trunk stable and movement controlled
Teaching cues
- Move opposite arm and leg together
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