Reformer exercises that are scapular stability focused: Which is a scapular stability exercise?

• A. Draw a Sword
• B. Corkscrew
• C. Star
• D. Jackknife

Answer: (A)

Scapular stability on the Reformer means keeping the shoulder blades anchored and steady against the rib cage while the arms move, so the shoulder joint can work from a solid base. Draw a Sword trains this most directly by guiding the arm along a controlled path while the scapula stays held in place and down against the back. This trains the muscles around the shoulder blade (like the serratus anterior and lower trapezius) to stabilize the scapula before the arm action progresses, which protects the shoulder and promotes precise alignment. The other options focus more on torso rotation, spine articulation, or overall core and limb sequencing rather than maintaining a stable scapula during the arm work, so they don’t emphasize scapular stability in the same way.