by Essential Somatics | Sep 14, 2023 | Thursday Tips
Last week we dropped a new video on YouTube giving a detailed demonstration of the Arch and Flatten movement. We explained that this movement is for releasing the back and the front and for coordinating them both together. This movement works because it’s about...
by Essential Somatics | Sep 7, 2023 | Thursday Tips
We often refer to the Arch and Flatten movement as a “bread and butter” movement – meaning that it is fundamental to a Somatic Movement practice. It’s generally the first movement in your practice. When you release the muscles of the front and back you can more...
by Essential Somatics | Aug 31, 2023 | Thursday Tips
“Are there disadvantages/advantages to breaking up an hour’s daily practice into several shorter sessions throughout the day? What suggestions do you have for grouping 2-3 specific exercises for this kind of practice for the most benefit?” It can be very helpful to...
by Essential Somatics | Aug 24, 2023 | Thursday Tips
“When I do too much somatic movement I get dizzy or shake. My nervous system becomes overwhelmed. How should I approach my practice to avoid this? It is not uncommon for people to shake somewhat when they’re releasing excess tension in their muscles and nervous...
by Essential Somatics | Aug 17, 2023 | Thursday Tips
“I have issues with my right hip that is not explained by very mild osteoarthritis and includes both sciatica and femoral nerves. What specific exercises will help with pain management?” There are many people who have mild osteoarthritis and have no pain. There are...
by Essential Somatics | Aug 10, 2023 | Thursday Tips
“Avid beginner here! My walking gait is completely off. I went back to Hanna’s book on standing hip hikes, which helped my body. But something in my glutes is so stuck, knotted, or in tight spasm. How do I work out an old muscle pattern and/or replace it with better...
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