YOUR EVERYDAY STANCE IS YOUR LIVING STANCE
THE IDEAL PLUMBLINE
The plumbline gives us a reference for understanding how the body is organized in relation to gravity.
There are bony landmarks we can observe in relation to this imaginary line. The relationship of these landmarks to the plumbline is the first clue to which muscles are shortened (tight) and which are lengthened (loose), and where we may need to develop more range, strength or control.
THE PELVIS
When you look at the human body there are no bones that connect the ribcage to the pelvis other than the spine.
The muscles surrounding the trunk work together to provide support between the ribcage and pelvis — creating what we often describe as a corset of support.
Learning to engage the pelvic floor can help develop the internal support of the trunk and connect that support with the rest of the powerhouse.
BEGIN AT THE PELVIS
The pelvis is an important place to look when we assess posture.
We look at how it is positioned, how it moves, and whether you have the range, strength and control to align it effectively. Once we understand how the pelvis is aligned, we can begin to understand how other areas of the body are responding.
We use the breath to help you connect with your internal support system and understand how your pelvis, abdomen and ribcage work together. From there, we build strength through the muscles that support the trunk, gradually developing the ability to maintain that alignment as you move.
1. RESTORE THE RANGE
We restore the range in each area of the body so that, when you stand or sit, your body can align itself around the plumbline.
2. DON'T FORCE ALIGNMENT
The plumbline is the reference. We don't force the body to fit it. We build the ability for the body to align itself around it.
3. TAKE POSTURE INTO MOVEMENT
The goal isn't simply to look aligned while standing still. It's to have the range, strength and control to maintain that alignment as you move.
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