Reformers are the most popular piece of Pilates equipment.
With its system of springs and ropes, a Reformer provides both resistance and assistance to the exercises. This expands the variety of exercises you can do and allows them to be easier or more difficult, depending on your needs.
QUEEN ARMS
Starting position: Sit in a cross-legged position on the long box against shoulder blocks Grasp a handle in each hand and place your arms out to the sides. Palms are facing the footbar.
Inhale and during exhalation bring your arms in front of your chest. Inhale and slowly return to the start position.
CUES:
– Keep your chest open
– Keep your pelvis and spine neutral
– Imagine “queen arms”
Varvara Solomonidou,Wellness Specialist, Personal Trainer, Seminar & Conference Lecturer, Pilates Master Trainer “AthensTrainers® Ultimate Pilates System®”, Member of Pilates Method Alliance (PMA), Member of European Lifestyle Medicine Organization (ELMO), DNAFit® Certified Trainer, General Manager & Owner of AthensTrainers®
Models: Foteini Alexopoulou and Konstantina Bakara, AthensTrainers® Associates
Clothes: DANCEDREAMS VICKY ZORBA Equipment: HOME REFORMER BENDIS PILATES by BODYBUILDING CLUB
Source: Body Magazine, issue54