From the reformer classes of Spring Setting and Key Facts
- Springs
- 1× light
- Reps
- 8–10 reps per variation
- Level
- Intermediate
- Equipment
- Reformer, Long box, Pilates ball
- Muscles
- Glutes, Lateral hip
- Video tutorial
- in the member area
Starting Position
Long box on the carriage, sideways in the spring well. Left leg placed on the frame, left thigh presses the ball against the box, right leg with a soft bend.
Step-by-Step Flow
- Hinge with the upper body.
- Press the box leg away in the hinge.
- Hold the hinge, only press away.
- Keep the leg pressed away, only perform the hinge.
Cues for Teaching
- Keep a hip-width stance.
- Keep constant pressure against the ball.
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 “Full-Body Flow with Weights & Long Box”The whole exercise on video, step by step, with springs and cues. The video plays inside the plan.Go to the plan →