- Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
- Equipment Needed: Small Barrel (I love using the Small Barrel.)
- Reps: 3 sets of 6
- Warning: May not be ideal for some hip or low back issues.
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Leg Series: Walking on the Small Barrel
Pilates Leg Series Walking on the Pilates Small Barrel teaches High Scissors on Mat. It also opens the front of the hips, strengthens the back of the legs and challenges your center. It’s tempting to work both legs simultaneously. But, the more you can focus on one leg moving at a time the stronger you will get and the more you’ll be able to apply and advance your Pilates practice. When ready try the Leg Series on the Spine Corrector.
Take your time, each “step” works from the back of your leg and center.
Typically done after Small Circles. Everything stays the same on the barrel and you Frog your legs to the high diagonal. If resetting, laying on the mat gazing at the ceiling, neck long with barrel in front of your hips. Hold the handles with each hand and lift your hips as if doing Rolling Like a Ball. Pull the Small Barrel under your hips. Place your hips on top of the arch of the barrel. Pull your shoulders wide on the mat.
Frog your legs to the high diagonal. Hold one leg still and lower the other leg a few inches. Hold that leg still and move the other leg. Continue to “step” one straight leg then the other for a total of 6 steps. If you lose your connections before 6 then stop sooner. Walk back up to the high diagonal. Repeat 2-3 sets.
If going well Frog in and then transition to Beats etc. Or, skip ahead to Rolling In and Out to massage your lower back. Eventually building up to the Spine Corrector if your height and flexibility allow.
Be sure to check out more of my Pilates Small Barrel exercises. I want to help you continue your Pilates Small Barrel training!
