Sit upright on the reformer box or kneel on the carriage, facing the shoulder rests.
Ensure you are positioned close enough so the straps are under light tension when your arms are forward.
Place each reformer strap over the back of your upper arms, just above the elbows. Allow your forearms and hands to relax naturally in front of you
Begin with your elbows bent to approximately 90 degrees, positioned slightly in front of your torso. Your forearms should angle upward and outward, forming a soft “W” shape.
Gently engage your core and draw your shoulder blades down and together as you press your elbows back against the resistance.
Maintain a tall spine and relaxed neck, keeping the ribcage stacked and avoiding flaring.
Control the return as your elbows move forward again, avoiding momentum.
Focus on initiating the movement from your shoulder blades, not from the arms or hands.
Complete repetitions as prescribed by your physiotherapist.
