Stomach Massage: Reach Up
Advanced (7/10)Reformer
Position: SeatedEnergy: 6/10~45s
Cueing
Reach arms towards ceiling; maintain long spine while pushing carriage; use core to stabilize.
Anatomy & Muscles
PrimarySecondary
Primary Muscles
Rectus AbdominisQuadriceps
Secondary Muscles
Transverse AbdominisIliopsoas
Regressions
Hands on shoulders; smaller leg extension; heavier springs.
Progressions
Very light springs; add a pulse; slow down the return phase.
Common Errors
Shoulders shrugging; arching lower back; knees splaying.
Contraindications
- Lumbar Disc Hernia
- Osteoporosis (Flexion Risk)
- Shoulder Sensitivity
- Wrist Sensitivity
