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Standing Pilates - Wall Roll Down

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Updated: September 21, 2007

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  • As you come close to upright, you will feel a moment when you can let the ribs stay down as shoulders drop into place. It feels a bit like your upper body is rolling up between your shoulders.

  • Bring your roll up to the starting position. Be sure your abs are engaged and your shoulders are dropped.

  • Arms are overhead with wide shoulders and an open chest.

Wall Roll Down is a perfect transition exercise for taking your Pilates awareness into your daily life. You might want to review Pilates Posture Check.

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