PILATESOLOGY ENCYCLOPEDIA: REFORMER

Long Box: Swan

LEVEL

Advanced

SETUP

2 springs, Footbar down, Box in Long position, Headpiece down

REPETITIONS

3x

GOALS & BENEFITS
  • Strengthens postural muscles and improves issues arising from slumping forward
  • Strengthens seat and hamstrings
  • Increases flexibility and extension of spine
TIPS & CUES
  • Keep head in line with torso
  • Lift low abs & lengthen spine
  • Can place feet on bar or frame depending on proportions