Clarifying the Spine and Chest Through Sideways Bending

Listed by the publisher as “face up – Page 4 – kinesophics”

This lesson explores clarifying the relationship between the spine, chest, and ribs through lateral bending and pelvic rotation. Students use their hands to gently guide the sternum and ribs towards the floor while exploring asymmetrical leg positions to differentiate movement in the torso.

Lying On BackKneelingStandingSpine And BackRibs And ChestDifferentiationLateral BendingMotif: Rib Shoulder DifferentiationFlexion/Extension: Mixed Or BalancedRotation: ModerateSide bending: DefiningCross-lateral: Minor