What does the "Teaser" exercise focus on?

The "Teaser" exercise is primarily designed to engage the core muscles while promoting stability and balance. In the execution of the Teaser, the individual balances on their sit bones, which requires significant core activation to maintain that stability. This exercise effectively challenges the abdominal muscles, particularly the rectus abdominis and the obliques, promoting strength, control, and coordination. The ability to balance on the sit bones while maintaining a V-shaped position also engages the hip flexors and challenges overall body awareness.

While balancing weights, strengthening the arms, or improving leg extension might be involved indirectly in some variations or transition movements around the Teaser, they are not the primary focus or intention of the exercise itself. The core engagement and balance aspect of the Teaser make it a fundamental exercise in Pilates, emphasizing the importance of a strong and stable center for overall functional movement.