Pilates Machine Lying Knee Extension on Toes
Reformer footwork on the balls of the feet: lying on the carriage with the heels lifted, press the carriage out to straight legs and draw it back in.
How to do it
Setup
Lying on the carriage, head on the rest, the balls of the feet on the footbar, heels lifted, knees bent and together.
Steps
- Press the carriage out until the legs are straight, heels staying high.
- Draw it back in slowly with control.
- Keep the pelvis still on the carriage throughout.
Common mistakes
Heels dropping as the legs straighten: keep them lifted; that is this version. Locking the knees hard at the end: straight, but soft. Letting the springs snap the carriage in: return it slowly.
Breathing
Exhale pressing out, inhale drawing in.
