- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Equipment Needed: Wall
- Reps: 3-5
- Warning: Not ideal for some back issues.
- Questions: Contact us here
Teaser with the Wall
The Pilates Teaser is one of the toughest exercises because the hip flexors or a tight back like to get in the way. Using the Wall to support the legs allows you to work the articulation of the spine while also giving you the opportunity to find the inner thighs, hamstrings and glutes. It’s ok if the movement is small! Focus more on finding your connections than on the movement of the Teaser.
Using the Wall to support the legs allows you to work the articulation of the spine.
Sit on the floor facing the wall. Place feet on the wall no higher than eye level. Lower if needed. Legs straight, heels and legs hugging together. Lay down on your back, maintaining your feet’s connection to the wall. Work legs together without knees locking or hanging. Lift straight arms to the ceiling.
Reaching legs together and into the wall curl your head and chest up. Round forward working your head and chest up to the ceiling until eyes are aligned with toes. Arms reaching parallel to legs. Only roll up as much as legs can remain straight. Reach legs into the wall and roll down. Legs shouldn’t slide up or down the wall. Repeat!
When ready try sliding back and repeat the Teaser without the wall’s support.
Be sure to check out more of my Wall workout videos. I want to help you continue your Wall training!
