Lock offs

[dhuff]

Yeah, backstepping is key in big crossover moves. Drop the knee and twist the hips.

[bcombs]

It's also possible your body is sagging which will pull you out of the move. Try some chest lifts with rotation. It will help with the twisty motion while allowing you to stay drawn in.

http://pilates.about.com/od/pilatesmat/ ... tation.htm

[anticlmber]

what about a magnetic nipple ring to help suck you in(at least if the move is near a bolt (ala' american dream) they will help draw you in.

chopping wood