During a Power Vinyasa Yoga class we often step forward from Down Dog to a lunge variation. Whether that be crescent lunge, warrior one, warrior two, etc.
This video addresses a common *poor movement pattern I see so often during the transition.
*the picking up of a hand in down dog to steal mobility in the body in order to step the foot forward.
This pattern can become a habit - and this habit can lead to overuse injuries, especially in the neck, shoulders and wrists.
This video shows how the TRX Suspension Trainer can help synergistically improve mobility and stability throughout the hip and shoulder joints as well as engage the core to assist you in creating the proper Step Through movement pattern from Down Dog to your lunge variation.
The Move: TRX Knee Drive w/ hip elevation
- Bring the Suspension Trainer to MC length.
- Place one foot into both foot cradles and come to a kneeling position GFA
- Begin in a plank position. Elevate the free foot off the floor and press the opposite foot down into the Suspension Trainer.
- Drive the free knee into the chest and elevate your hips over your shoulders. Maintain a long, neutral spine, shoulder blades retract and depress away from the ears. Separate your collarbones away from one another.
- Keep your hands flat on the floor at all times. (work towards this!)
After a few knee drives practice stepping your free foot to the inside of your hand (same side of body) with our picking your palm up.
This will take time and practice.
Practice off the straps during your next yoga class and remember to work toward keeping both hands flat on the floor a mindful and safe movement pattern + more of a core challenge.
Key word: Practice!
Happy Flowing,
-K