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Description

Many of our clients come in complaining of neck pain which is exacerbated by our daily routines that include working at computers, driving, and sitting - all in a flexed spine and extended neck!

This workshop is about how to create better function in the neck and thorax, how posture informs this function and an in-depth review of the anatomy of the neck. With practical and Pilates-based applications, Lesley Powell demonstrates a variety of strategies that can be employed to bring more awareness and ease to the upper body.



Objectives

  • Anatomy of the ribs, breastbone, and spine
  • Improving the movement of the ribs
  • Importance of breath
  • How the diaphragm moves inside the ribs
  • Observation of movement of ribs on client

Concepts & Techniques

  • How Rib changes affect the shoulder girdle, core, and gait
  • How the legs and ribs interact
  • How to mobilize the thoracic spine from the breast bone
  • How the ribs relate to the arms
  • Applications to Pilates repertory

Props & Equipment Used

  • Mat
  • Reformer
  • Small Props
  • Trap/Cad

Workshop Level

  • Advanced
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate


Duration & Access

This workshop is approximately 2 hours long and you have 30 days of access.

Forever Access members will have access for as long as their subscription is active.


(No expiration for Forever Access Members)
 
 

About Lesley Powell

Lesley A. Powell – Master Teacher and Balanced Body Faculty Lesley A. Powell brings together her unique career as a dancer, choreographer, world acclaimed Pilates instructor, movement educator an... Find Out More Other Workshops by Lesley Powell

Feedback on I Pledge Allegiance to my Breastbone by Lesley Powell

" Terrific and very helpful workshop Leslie. Thank you! The use of the yoga block as a visual reference is brilliant! "

Tess W

" This info is very helpful for me as I hold tension in neck and thoracic. It will be a nice preparation for lifting the head in activities like the abdominal series. Instruction is very clear. "

Susan S

" Really enjoyed the different practical exercises and use of props. I think this is a really effective way of teaching and cueing! "

Sara G

" I thought the workshop was invaluable. I have the same issues as Annie and struggle with forward head, immovable thoracic spine segments, etc. I am hoping to put this into practice and in turn help myself to heal. "

Darlene K

" There was a lot of information in this workshop. I appreciate all her imagery. This workshop has valuable content for my clients and my own body. "

Mary Sue C

" Great workshop. Interesting cueing that will be very useful to explain movement with a different perspective. Thank you! "

Marie-Josee P

" Amazing information. Explained beautifully. Grateful for your insights and observations!!! "

Veronica S

" I loved the workshop and have already started using the exercise personally in my own practice and with my clients. "

Marci R

" Thank you. I enjoy the in-depth knowledge. "

Boguslawa J

" I found this incredibly insightful. I enjoyed the subtle yet powerful change of focus within each movement and exercise explored. An excellent workshop thank you! "

Kyrie L

" Great breakdown and cues on how to articulate the spine better "

Heather R

" Understanding of the rib cage and its function for breathing and movement is very important! This workshop will help me as a teacher and my clients. Thank you "

Paula K

   

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