Do Standing reach at home.
Stand tall, feet hip-width apart, arms by your sides.
- Position
- Standing
- Works
- Posture, Mobility
- Level
- Foundation, week 1
- In class
- About 40 seconds
Do it step by step
- Stand tall, feet hip-width apart, arms by your sides.
- Breathe in. Float your arms out to the sides.
- Keep breathing in. Reach them up overhead.
- Breathe out. Lower your arms. Keep your shoulders soft.
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 upStand tall, feet hip-width apart, arms by your sides.
Step 1Breathe in. Float your arms out to the sides.
Step 2Keep breathing in. Reach them up overhead.
Step 3Breathe out. Lower your arms. Keep your shoulders soft.
Feel it, ease it, stay safe
Feel it hereYour shoulders move while your ribs stay soft.
Make it easierLift your arms only to shoulder height.
Watch outKeep your ribs from flaring as your arms go up.
Find it in your plan
Your 28-day plan unlocks one level a week. Standing reach 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:
- Wake up in 10 minutes, 10 minutes: Breathe, roll and reach before your coffee.
- Use your wall, 15 minutes: Lean on your wall or press into it for fifteen minutes.
Your questions about Standing reach
Is Standing reach good for beginners?
Yes. Standing reach sits at the Foundation level, so you meet it in week 1 of your plan. Lift your arms only to shoulder height.
How long should I do Standing reach?
In a Her Pilates class you hold Standing reach for about 40 seconds. Slow down and keep the breath steady over adding time.
What should I feel in Standing reach?
Your shoulders move while your ribs stay soft.
What's an easier version of Standing reach?
Lift your arms only to shoulder height.
Do Standing reach 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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