Feet in Straps: Walking

Classical Repertoire Intermediate Supine Hip & Posterior ChainCore Integration

Alternating hip flexion and extension in an open chain, emphasizing unilateral control and pelvic stability.

Schematic — Feet in Straps: Walking Reformer · 2 medium springs · Footbar Medium · Headrest Medium

Teaching Precautions

Common precautions, not exhaustive. Screen every client and refer when in doubt.

Low Back Pain: Keep the pelvis anchored and the range small; stop if the low back aches.
Pregnancy: Supine strap work can compress the vena cava after the first trimester; elevate the head or use side-lying alternatives.

Spring Tension 2 medium springs

Headrest Medium

Transverse Abdominis (Primary)Quadriceps (Secondary)Hamstrings (Secondary)Hip Flexors (Primary)

Lie supine on the carriage with feet in the long straps and legs long toward the ceiling.

Bend one knee toward the chest as the other leg presses long, alternating in a marching rhythm without moving the pelvis.

Alignment

"Keep the hips level as the legs alternate."

Control

"No pelvic rock — the abdominals hold the position."

Breath

"Match the breath to the marching rhythm."

Reduce the bend and press range to keep the pelvis anchored.

Slow the march and add resistance for more control demand.

For low back pain, bend the knee only to hip height with the pelvis anchored and the ribs down, marching slowly.

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