From the reformer classes of Spring Setting and Key Facts
- Springs
- 1× light
- Reps
- 6–8 reps
- Level
- Beginner
- Equipment
- Reformer, Pilates ball
- Muscles
- Chest, Shoulder girdle, Core
- Video tutorial
- in the member area
Starting Position
Kneeling on the carriage, upper body slightly bent forward, ball between both hands at the footbar.
Step-by-Step Flow
- Push yourself away from the footbar with the ball and catch the carriage before it closes again.
Cues for Teaching
- The push comes from the whole body, not just the arms.
- Catching yourself is the actual work here — slow and controlled.
- The back stays long, the ribs closed.
Featured in These Classes
This exercise is part of a ready-made reformer class plan with class outline, springs and cues:
With video in the plan “Reformer for Beginners: Ball Basics”The whole exercise on video, step by step, with springs and cues. The video plays inside the plan.Go to the plan →