Exercise
Tower
IntermediateCadillac push through bar exercise that links leg press, spinal articulation, and posterior-chain control.
Setup instructions
Lie supine on the Cadillac with both feet placed on the push through bar. Hold the side poles or frame lightly if needed for stability. Begin with the knees bent and the pelvis grounded.
Breathing cues
Exhale to articulate up. Inhale at the top. Exhale to roll down.
Movement steps
- 1Exhale to press the bar up and begin articulating the spine off the table.
- 2Reach through the legs while keeping the shoulders grounded and neck easy.
- 3Inhale at the top, then exhale to roll the spine down segment by segment.
- 4Return the knees to bend with control.
Common mistakes
Lifting onto the neck; forcing the legs straight; losing spring control; dropping the spine down; locking the knees.
Safety notes
Tower requires careful instruction and controlled spring setup. Avoid if inversions, loaded spinal flexion, or hamstring tension are not appropriate.
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FAQs
Is Tower suitable for beginners?
Tower is typically intermediate. It includes a supported lift and spinal articulation pattern that should be learned with careful spring setup and instruction.
What muscles does Tower work?
Tower works the core for spinal articulation, the hamstrings for leg control, and the glutes for posterior-chain support.
What is Tower good for?
It builds spinal sequencing, hamstring mobility, and controlled posterior-chain strength in a supported Cadillac setup.