Softening the Upper Ribs and Chest

Listed by the publisher as “Somatic Relaxation - Soften the uppermost rib cage area [4]”

The lesson begins by exploring reaching movements with the hands while lying on the back. It then shifts to lying on the front, focusing on sliding the hands toward the feet and lifting the head to sense support in the upper chest. Participants are encouraged to discover efficient patterns through slow, self-paced variations of lateral bending.

Lying On FrontLying On BackLying On SideStandingRibsRibs And ChestUpper BackSide BendingHead And NeckMotif: Hand Holding FootMotif: Rib Shoulder DifferentiationEquipment: BlanketFlexion/Extension: Extension LeaningRotation: ModerateSide bending: DefiningCross-lateral: Minor