Triceps Pull
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Abs/Core
- Level: Beginner
- Body position: Supine
- Repetitions: 8-10 reps
- Springs: 1 Red (Heavy) – 1 Red + 1 Blue
- Headrest: As needed
- Footbar: Any
Starting position
Supine, arms lowered by the sides with elbows bent, elbows hovering just off the carriage, wrists in line with forearms, straps under light tension, neutral spine
Instructions
Exhale to extend the elbows, pressing the hands down without moving the upper arms or breaking at the wrists. Inhale to bend the elbows and return to the start position with control. Keep the elbows narrow and steady throughout, maintaining tension in the straps and stability through the torso.
Teaching cues
- Elbows hover just off the carriage
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