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Pilates Textbook

Breast Stroke Prep

Execution

  1. Start position. Lie prone with the forehead on the mat and the arms by the sides with the palms pressing against the sides of the thighs, elbows straight. The legs should be together with the feet gently pointed.
  2. Exhale. Lift the head, upper trunk, and middle trunk off the mat while keeping the legs together and the arms pressing against the sides. See the main muscle illustration.
  3. Inhale. Slowly lower the trunk and head, returning to the start position. Repeat the sequence 10 times.