Raising and Lowering the Head

Listed by the publisher as “http://media.blubrry.com/kinesophics/kinesophics.ca/directaudio/raisingloweringhead.mp3”

This session investigates the relationship between the head, pelvis, and spine through the simple action of looking up and down. Participants explore how involving the chest and abdomen can distribute movement across the entire back to reduce neck strain. The lesson progresses through multiple orientations, including sitting, lying on the stomach, and all fours.

SittingLying On FrontAll FoursLying On BackKneelingHeadHead And Pelvis RelationshipSpinal Extension And FlexionEye Movement CoordinationReducing Neck StrainEquipment: CushionFlexion/Extension: Mixed Or BalancedRotation: NoneSide bending: NoneCross-lateral: None