In Hip ROM #7 Push-Ups, where are the hands placed?

In Hip ROM #7 Push-Ups, where are the hands placed?

• A. On the footbar
• B. On the shoulders
• C. On the knees
• D. On the footbar/carriage setup

Answer: (D)

Hand placement on a stable surface during reformer push-ups is essential to maintain proper alignment and control. In Hip ROM #7 Push-Ups, placing the hands on the footbar or on the carriage setup provides a raised, stable surface that lines up with the shoulders, allowing you to press with control while keeping the wrists neutral and the spine long. This setup also lets the carriage participate in the movement, supporting the intended hip ROM and preventing instability. Placing the hands on the shoulders or knees would not provide the same surface and stability for this exercise on the reformer.

Hand placement on a stable surface during reformer push-ups is essential to maintain proper alignment and control. In Hip ROM #7 Push-Ups, placing the hands on the footbar or on the carriage setup provides a raised, stable surface that lines up with the shoulders, allowing you to press with control while keeping the wrists neutral and the spine long. This setup also lets the carriage participate in the movement, supporting the intended hip ROM and preventing instability. Placing the hands on the shoulders or knees would not provide the same surface and stability for this exercise on the reformer.