Hands Interlaced and Forearm Rotation

This lesson explores the rotation of the forearms and movement of the shoulder girdle through interlacing the fingers in various orientations. Moving while lying on the back and the front, participants examine how positions of the elbows and gentle impulses from the feet influence the ease of turning the palms and lengthening the arms.

Lying On BackLying On FrontStandingHand And Wrist AgilityForearm RotationShoulder GirdleHead And Neck OrganizationSpinal Integration From The HeelsInterlacing FingersEquipment: Head CushionsFlexion/Extension: Extension LeaningRotation: ModerateSide bending: MinorCross-lateral: Moderate