Pilates Machine Lying Frog and Leg Circle
Lying on a Pilates reformer with the feet in the straps, the legs press out from the frog, heels together and knees open, then draw circles with the straps taut.
How to do it
Setup
Lying on the carriage, head on the headrest, feet in the straps, heels together, knees bent and open.
Steps
- Press the legs out long on a diagonal, heels together.
- Bend back into the frog under control.
- Then circle the straight legs down, open and together, the pelvis still.
Common mistakes
Lower back arching as the legs go low: keep the circle high enough that it stays down. Letting the straps snap the legs back: resist on the return. Knees drifting apart in the press: keep the heels glued together.
Breathing
Steady with the rhythm.
