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Side-lying circles with the heel

This lesson explores the coordination of the shoulder, spine, and pelvis while lying on the side. Participants move through sequences of sliding the shoulder and heel to lengthen and shorten the torso, culminating in drawing small circles with the heel on the floor to improve trunk flexibility.

Lying On SideLying On BackStandingSide-LyingPelvic Stability And MobilitySpinal IntegrationShoulder And Hip CoordinationDifferentiation Of The TorsoMotif: ClockMotif: Rib Shoulder DifferentiationEquipment: Cushion Or Towel For Head SupportFlexion/Extension: Mixed Or BalancedRotation: ModerateSide bending: DefiningCross-lateral: Minor