From the reformer classes of Spring Setting and Key Facts
- Springs
- 1× light
- Reps
- 8–10 reps per variation
- Level
- Beginner
- Equipment
- Reformer, Short box, Pilates ball
- Muscles
- Obliques, Lateral trunk, Shoulders
- Video tutorial
- in the member area
Starting Position
The short box on the Reformer, facing left, the ball in the left hand, one knee on the carriage, the other on the platform.
Step-by-Step Flow
- Open the carriage while opening the arms out to the side.
- Add: side bend with the ball in your hand.
Cues for Teaching
- The carriage and the arms open at the same time — one movement, not two.
- The bend comes from the waist, not the shoulder.
- The pelvis stays upright even as the upper body reaches to the side.
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: All on One Spring”The whole exercise on video, step by step, with springs and cues. The video plays inside the plan.Go to the plan →