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Silence of the Hams
"Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed." - Thich Nhat Hanh This insight captures the essence of our movement journey. As we shine awareness on our bodies, we often uncover fascinating paradoxes - like the role of asymmetry in human movement. Consider the baseball pitcher's dominant arm or the violinist's dexterous left hand. These asymmetries aren't flaws, but specialized adaptations. However, for most of us, certain imbalances can lead to limited mobility and unexpected issues. Imagine habitually resting on one leg, hip shifted aside. Over time, this can create uneven hamstring engagement, potentially limiting your range of motion. This imbalance might manifest as a sudden calf cramp during a jog - not because of the calf itself, but because the foot has been relying solely on its small muscles, its connection to the glutes (through the hamstring) compromised. In essence, our hamstrings fall silent, no longer communicating effectively with the rest of our lower body. In Galileo class this week, we addressed this very issue, so of course I extracted a 20-minute Mini-ball workout for you,Reader . This floorwork series uses slightly deflated balls to enhance awareness and muscle recruitment, focusing on bridges and targeted legwork. The goal isn't perfect symmetry, but a balance allowing full range of motion. I invite you to explore this workout and break the silence of your hams. Discover how small, focused movements can significantly improve your body awareness and functionality. After this little sequence, you might find yourself more attuned to subtle movements in your feet and legs. Just go with it, and keep exploring everything you feel. Birthday Celebration Classes! Finally Reader, I have exciting news! My birthday is coming up and to celebrate it with you, I'd like to offer two free online classes, open to everyone. Can you help me out with some input on the options? I've narrowed it down to three: • A Gyrotonic class (any tower model) • A Core Breathwork class • A free-form class using simple props for surprising movement environments If you're interested, please reply and let me know: • Which option(s) excite you most? • Would you prefer 60 or 90 minutes? These classes will be scheduled for late August/early September. Your feedback will help create an experience that resonates with as many of you as possible. Let's celebrate movement, awareness, and community together! Have a beautiful week and I look forward to hearing from you, Domini Anne |
Domini Anne
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