Hips sag toward the mat between lifts
Glutes and hamstrings fail to maintain the reverse plank position.
Overactive muscles
Hip flexorsErector spinae
Corrective work
Foam RollErector spinae↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗Pilates · Core
Leg Pull Back (Reverse Plank)
Coaching cues
- Sit with hands behind the hips; press up into a reverse plank — body diagonal
- Lift one leg straight up; hold 2 counts; lower and alternate
- Keep the hips lifted throughout; do not sag between leg lifts
- Demands posterior chain and shoulder posterior stability simultaneously
Common faults 2
Wrists pain — weight too far back
Shift the hands slightly forward or make fists to reduce wrist extension stress.
Overactive muscles
Wrist flexors
Corrective work
StretchWrist extensor stretch↗