Which prop is recommended to help a student fully straighten their legs during Mat?

Using a Theraband or Dynaband is an effective way to assist a student in fully straightening their legs during Mat exercises. This prop allows for resistance and support, which can help students engage their muscles more effectively while promoting proper alignment. The elastic nature of the band encourages stretching and strengthening of the hamstrings as well as facilitating better control of the leg movements. By providing feedback and resistance, it enables a student to understand where they may need to engage more deeply and helps to enhance their overall stability during the exercises.

In the context of other props, while options like the Power Circle, Sponge Ball, and Flexcushion (TM) serve specific purposes in enhancing balance or engaging particular muscle groups, they do not specifically offer the same level of assistance with leg extension and alignment as a Theraband does. The Theraband is dynamic and can be adjusted for intensity, making it particularly versatile for individual needs when working on leg straightening and stability in Mat Pilates.