Which of the following describes a variant of leg circles?

A variant of leg circles refers specifically to the orientation and positioning of the legs during the exercise. When describing leg circles as laterally rotated, it highlights a specific alignment in which the legs are turned outward from the hips. This rotation creates a different emphasis in the muscles being engaged, particularly encouraging a broader range of motion while actively working on hip stability and control.

In this context, laterally rotated leg circles can increase the activation of the outer thigh and gluteal muscles while also requiring greater engagement of the core for stabilization. Such variations can be useful for targeting specific muscle groups and enhancing overall balance in the Pilates practice.

The other options, while they may suggest different modifications or approaches to leg circles, do not specifically identify a recognized variant as clearly as laterally rotated does. For instance, extended may suggest a different alignment but doesn’t define a specific modification of the leg circle exercise. Similarly, twisted and supplemented are less common descriptors in Pilates terminology regarding leg circles and do not convey the same clear application as laterally rotated.