- Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
- Equipment Needed: C-Shaper (I love using the Balanced Body C-Shaper.)
- Reps: 3-5
- Warning: May not be suitable for those with low back issues.
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Open Leg Rocker on the C-Shaper
Pilates Open Leg Rocker is trickier than it looks. And you may not know what you’re doing incorrectly that makes it feel impossible. When you do Open Leg Rocker in the Pilates C-Shaper. Are you losing the round shape, your reach, the strength in your legs or your arm back connection? You’ll find out quicker than you could guess when you do Open Leg Rocker in the C-Shaper.
Legs can be bent working towards straight, arms straight throughout!
Sitting towards the front of the C-Shaper just behind your tailbone. Sit tall and bring your knees into your chest like you would for Rolling Like a Ball. Place one hand on each ankle. If newer to Open Leg Rocker straight one leg at a time to find your balance. Or, try to straighten both legs simultaneously.
If you can’t straighten both legs it’s ok to work with bent legs. But reach both arms towards straight. Arms reaching from your upper back. Leg open as wide as your shoulders and gaze between the legs.
Using your center instead of your head rock back towards the C-Shaper. And round back up. Notice if you get stuck, slide down the C-Shaper or collapse in your waist.
The more you can keep your arms straight the stronger your Open Leg Rocker will be. Balance back at the top and repeat.
If going well take your feedback from your Open Leg Rocker to the Mat!
Be sure to check out more of my Pilates C-Shaper workout videos. I want to help you continue your Pilates C-Shaper training!