Twist Curl Up | Reformer Pilates in 3D
Turn the rib cage towards the selected side while curling the upper trunk.
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Preparation
Lie on your back with feet on the bar and both hands supporting the back of the head. Keep the pelvis steady.
Check your equipment manual and the setup taught by your instructor. Model spring colours and dimensions are not equipment settings.
Four movement phases
1. Set up
Lie on your back with feet on the bar and both hands supporting the back of the head. Keep the pelvis steady.
Breathing example: Breathe comfortably
2. Movement
Turn the rib cage towards the selected side while curling the upper trunk.
Breathing example: Exhale
3. Observe
Avoid pulling the neck with the hands.
Breathing example: Keep breathing
4. Complete the cycle
Unwind the rotation and return the back and head gently to the carriage.
Breathing example: Inhale
Observation points
Avoid pulling the neck with the hands.
Breathing is an example. Stay within the range you have learned and stop if you experience pain or discomfort.
These English notes describe the prototype model. They are not a personalised exercise prescription or a complete teaching syllabus. Professional review is pending.