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Swan and Overhead Press

reformer exercise library • 13m

PURPOSE:
- Strengthen back, posterior shoulders, glutes and hamstrings.
- Strengthen and stretch the abdominals.
- Strengthen the triceps and pectoralis major.
- Increase scapular stability.

SPRINGS:
- One medium to two heavy springs

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