David explains why stabilization and depression of the scapulae is as important as squeezing the shoulder blades together in upward dog.
The Pubococcygeal Muscle (PC Muscle)
This month David highlights the pubococcygeal muscles or PC muscles. Learn where these pelvic floor muscles are found, what they do, and how they’re relevant to your yoga practice.
Why Is Breathing In Twists So Hard?
David explains from an anatomical perspective why breathing in twists can feel so challenging! Learn how you can evolve your twists and breathe easier.
The Multifidus Muscles
This month David highlights the multifidus muscles. Learn where these back muscles are found, what they do, and what yoga postures use them.
What Is The Core Anyway?
In this article, learn about the history and three philosophies that influenced our modern day understanding of what the core is and how it’s related to yoga.
Internal and External Intercostal Muscles
This month David is highlighting the internal and external intercostal muscles. Take a look at where these important breathing muscles attach, what actions they do, and how they are used in yoga practice.
The Erector Spinae Muscles
This month David is highlighting the erector spinae muscles. Take a look at where these important spinal muscles attach, what actions they do, and how they are used in yoga practice.
Diaphragm Muscle
This month David is highlighting the diaphragm muscle. Take a look at where this very unique muscle attaches, what action it does, and how it is used in yoga practice.
Transverse Abdominis Muscle
This month David is highlighting the transverse abdominis muscle. Take a look at where this muscle attaches, what action it does, and how it is used in yoga practice.
Rectus Abdominis Muscle
This month David is highlighting the rectus abdominis muscles. Take a look at where these abdominal muscles attach, what actions they do, and how they are used in yoga practice.
