The Pilates Half Curl

June 28, 2024 00:06:44
The Pilates Half Curl
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The Pilates Half Curl

Jun 28 2024 | 00:06:44

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Show Notes

The Half Curl (aka “chest lift prep”/“ab prep”) is a segmental thoracic flexion in supine. You maintain a stable pelvis/ribs, then curl the head/shoulders until the inferior tips of the scapulae are just light on the mat. Range is modest; quality is everything.

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