Yoga

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The Pelvic Core: Essential Dos and Don'ts

Intermediate understanding
Movement not required
Likely neutral
The core and pelvic floor are often very misunderstood and very mis-cued. Things like hold your core tight all day and contract your pelvic floor to strengthen it are outdated models that are very much still utilized. This talk will review some of these common "don'ts" in order to get more clear and grounded in biomechanics of the core and pelvic floor. Learning outcomes 1. Greater understanding of the core from a biomechanics perspective 2. Greater understanding of the pelvic floor from a biomechanics perspective 3. How to help clients find "strength" and not injure themselves
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Guided Practices

  • Noticing Core Engagement

    16:20

  • Bracing or Bearing?

    21:6

  • Practice This

    35:56

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Yoga

This session is free to watch
Presented by

Lauren Ohayon

Lauren Ohayon is an internationally recognized Yoga + Pilates teacher specializing in core and pelvic floor issues.