Lifting Limbs and Head from the Stomach

Listed by the publisher as “Slow lifting on stomach – kinesophics”

The lesson begins by sensing the back's contact with the floor. Moving to the stomach, the student explores small, slow lifts of the head, individual limbs, and diagonal pairs. The sequence emphasizes using the abdomen to press into the floor to lighten the limbs and involves mental imagery of a helpful guide to prevent unnecessary muscular tension.

Lying On FrontLying On BackLifting The HeadWeight TransferDiagonal CoordinationAbdominal SupportMental RehearsalMotif: Arms Legs XFlexion/Extension: Strongly ExtensionRotation: MinorSide bending: MinorCross-lateral: Moderate