From the reformer classes of Spring Setting and Key Facts
- Springs
- 1× light
- Reps
- 8–10 reps
- Level
- Intermediate
- Equipment
- Reformer, Fitness circle
- Muscles
- Quadriceps, adductors, glutes
- Video tutorial
- in the member area
Starting Position
Pilates ring clamped between the carriage and the platform, standing with one foot on the carriage and one on the platform, soft bend in the knees, hands on the hips.
Step-by-Step Flow
- Press into the Pilates ring.
- Hold the ring compressed and lower into a squat.
- Hold the squat and pulse the hips up and down.
Cues for Teaching
- Don't release too much tension or the ring will fall out.
- Weight distributed evenly on both heels.
- Knees track toward the toes.
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 “Legs & Glutes with the Pilates Ring”The whole exercise on video, step by step, with springs and cues. The video plays inside the plan.Go to the plan →