Cleopatra
reformer exercise library
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4m 51s
PURPOSE:
- Stretch the lateral torso: quadratus lumborum, latissimus dorsi, internal and external obliques and intercostals.
- Increase scapular stability.
SPRINGS:
One medium to one heavy spring.
HELPFUL PROPS:
- Yoga block or ball
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Climb a Tree
PURPOSE:
- Strengthen the abdominals.
- Strengthen the back extensors.
- Increase hamstring flexibility.
- Increase flexibility in the hip flexors.SPRINGS:
All the springs: carriage doesn't move. -
Coordination
PURPOSE:
- Strengthen the abdominals, hip flexors, latissimus dorsi and adductors.
- Learn pelvic stability.
- Increase coordination.
- Learn to connect arms to the core and back.SPRINGS:
One heavy to one heavy + one medium springs. -
Down Stretch
PURPOSE:
- Strengthen back extensors.
- Strengthen the shoulder: serratus anterior, lower trapezius, pectoralis major, rotator cuff, triceps and anterior deltoid.
- Increase scapular stability.SPRINGS:
One heavy + one medium to two heavy springs