The “wunda” part of the wunda chair comes from the word ‘wonder’, and it can certainly do wonders for you.
The Wunda Chair was originally designed by Joseph H. Pilates for his trainees, who wanted a home use apparatus.
Exercises are executed from a lying, sitting, and standing position on the chair, as well as from positions to the sides of the chair. The program aims in improving stability and flexibility.
Single leg pumps
Sit on the chair in the center and place one feet on the foot pedal pointing your toes. Stretch the other leg out long in front of you at chair height. Hold onto the seat. Pump the pedal up and down 5 times and switch legs.
Cues
• Keep your toes point on the pedal
• Engage your PH
• Elongate your spine and neck and keep your chest open
Βαρβάρα Σολομωνίδου,Wellness Specialist, Personal Trainer,Εισηγήτρια Σεμιναρίων & Συνεδρίων, Pilates Master Trainer του συστήματος “AthensTrainers® Ultimate Pilates System®”, Member Pilates Method Alliance (PMA), Member of European Lifestyle Medicine Organization (ELMO), DNAFit® Certified Trainer, General Manager & Owner της Εταιρείας AthensTrainers®
PHOTOS: ELEANNA KOURKOULOPOULOU
MODEL: POLYTIMI SALMA
Source: Body Magazine issue 53