Supine Triceps Press (Ball Under Sacrum)

Equipment: Reformer
Category: Abs/Core
Level: Intermediate
Body position: Supine
Repetitions: 8-10 reps
Springs: 1 Red (Heavy) – 1 Red + 1 Blue
Headrest: As needed
Footbar: Any
Prop: Ball

Starting position

Lie supine with ball under sacrum. Legs in tabletop or supported. Arms long by sides holding straps, already pressed down toward hips. Upper arms stay stable.

Instructions

Inhale, bend the elbows bringing the hands toward the shoulders without moving the upper arms. Exhale, extend the elbows to press the straps back down, maintaining stability on the ball and steady pelvis.

Teaching cues

Upper arms stay still

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