I wouldn’t be without my magic circle, if no other prop gets added to the kit when working on the mat, it will be that. It can play a role in assisting execution of exercises too, as commented on here in this useful article from Inner IDEA website.
Author PJ O’clair of STOTT Pilates fame,
“For the client with over active hip flexors, it makes a nice assist for the legs when one or both ankles are placed against the top of the circle for support (see Monkey Roll-Up Combo). Also, gently pressing down on the circle with the ankle(s) engages the hip extensors and keeps the hip flexors more relaxed (see the Hundred intensification exercise). Both the leg support and the increased hip extensor engagement enable clients to bring their focus back to the core.”
