Pilates Machine Lying Knee Extension
Reformer footwork with the arches of the feet on the bar: lying on the carriage, press it out to straight legs and draw it back in.
How to do it
Setup
Lying on the carriage, head on the rest, the arches of the feet on the footbar, knees bent and together.
Steps
- Press the carriage out until the knees are straight.
- Draw it back in slowly, the knees bending.
- Keep the feet fixed on the bar and the pelvis still.
Common mistakes
Feet sliding on the bar: set the arches and keep them there. Pushing with a bouncing rhythm: an even press out, an even return. Lower back lifting off the carriage: keep it heavy.
Breathing
Exhale pressing out, inhale drawing in.
