Do Spine stretch forward at home.

Sit tall, legs long and hip-width apart, feet flexed, arms forward.

Position
Seated
Works
Mobility, Back, Posture
Level
Foundation, week 1
In class
About 45 seconds
Spine stretch forward: the Her Pilates instructor in the pose

Do it step by step

  1. Sit tall, legs long and hip-width apart, feet flexed, arms forward.
  2. Breathe out. Nod your head and round forward, reaching past your feet.
  3. Breathe in. Stack your spine back up, one bone at a time.

Hear your teacher cue it

These are the lines I say in your class, recorded for the app. Press play and move with them.

Set upSit tall, legs long and hip-width apart, feet flexed, arms forward.

Step 1Breathe out. Nod your head and round forward, reaching past your feet.

Step 2Breathe in. Stack your spine back up, one bone at a time.

Feel it, ease it, stay safe

Feel it hereYou feel a long stretch through your spine and the backs of your legs.
Make it easierSit on a folded towel and bend your knees.
Watch outRound from the top down. Your hips stay still.

Find it in your plan

Your 28-day plan unlocks one level a week. Spine stretch forward belongs to the Foundation level, so it joins your classes in week 1. Start it on day 1.

You also do it in these quick classes:

Your questions about Spine stretch forward

Is Spine stretch forward good for beginners?
Yes. Spine stretch forward sits at the Foundation level, so you meet it in week 1 of your plan. Sit on a folded towel and bend your knees.
How long should I do Spine stretch forward?
In a Her Pilates class you hold Spine stretch forward for about 45 seconds. Slow down and keep the breath steady over adding time.
What should I feel in Spine stretch forward?
You feel a long stretch through your spine and the backs of your legs.
What's an easier version of Spine stretch forward?
Sit on a folded towel and bend your knees.

Do Spine stretch forward with a mini you.

Watch her do it first, then move together while I count your breath. Your first class is free.

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