Friday, February 8, 2008

Positioning your pelvis

The area of the pelvis is the main hinge between the torso and the lower body, so correct positioning of the pelvis is crucial for lower body stretches involving the hips, thighs, and buttocks. Because these large muscles are all attached in one way or another to the pelvis, incorrect positioning of the pelvis can cause these lower body stretches to be inefficient or even actually counterproductive.

To find the proper pelvic position that you should maintain while you’re stretching, try standing in front of a mirror and turning sideways. Stand up tall so your body is in a straight line from head to toe. This position is the correct position you want to have in your pelvis.
You don’t want to do the following:
  • Tilt your pelvis forward — described as “tucking your pelvis under”
  • Arch your back and let your buttocks stick out

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