Walking in Place
- Equipment: Reformer
- Category: Footwork
- Level: Beginner
- Body position: Supine
- Repetitions: 20-30 reps
- Springs: 2 Red – 3 Red
- Headrest: As needed
- Footbar: High or Low
Starting position
Supine, toes on footbar hip-width and parallel, heels lifted, legs extended, arms by sides, neutral spine.
Instructions
Keep the legs extended and pelvis stable. Inhale to lower one heel under the footbar, reaching into a calf stretch while maintaining even weight through the foot. Exhale to switch, lifting that heel back up as the opposite heel lowers. Continue alternating with control, keeping alignment through the legs and avoiding any shifting in the pelvis. Move through full range while maintaining stability.
Teaching cues
- Reach your heel under the bar for a deeper stretch
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