PILATESOLOGY ENCYCLOPEDIA
Stomach Massage Series: Round, Hands Back, Reach Up, Twist
LEVEL
Basic
SETUP
4, 3, 2 springs, Footbar up, Headpiece up
Repetitions
10x, 10x, 4x, 3 sets for Twist
Goals & Benefits
- Massages and stimulates vital organs in abdominal cavity
- Opens and lifts lower back
- Works abdominal muscles in several spinal shapes
- Stretches back of legs especially calves and Achilles tendon
Tips & Cues
- Start with 4 springs for Round. Drop 1 middle spring for Hands Back. Drop the other middle spring for Reach & Twist
- Pull low abs in while lifting lower vertebrae away from each other to move carriage
- Use Powerhouse throughout, resist using legs to move carriage
