REP SHIFTPILATES
Fundamentals

Lesson 06

Ribcage Position

Close the front, find the connection.

Ribcage Position demonstration still
Video demo coming

When the ribs flare up toward the ceiling, the abdominals lengthen and disconnect and the low back arches. It is one of the most common reasons an exercise feels wrong.

The fix is subtle: let the front ribs soften down so the ribcage stacks over the pelvis, without tucking or gripping.

This becomes critical the moment your arms travel overhead.

Key takeaway

Ribs stacked over the pelvis keeps the center connected.

Mini practice

Lie in neutral and reach the arms overhead slowly, keeping the front ribs heavy.

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