Published by Liz Koch on July 24, 2009 in Podcasts | No Comments
Somatic Pioneer, Emilie Conrad, the founder of Continuum Movement and author of Life On Land published by North Atlantic Press, redefines body and human potential while exploring bio-intelligent fluid systems for health and vitality. Her visionary perspective is fresh and timely; inspiring creative new ways of thinking and innovating new ways of being, as life as we know it, radically changes. What is the body for and how can we best optimize our potential? Discover how primary fluid movement is an essential source of nourishment and renewal, which helps us access our deepest core wisdom. Read More…
Published by Liz Koch on July 22, 2009 in Question of the Month | No Comments
Q: Is pain in the hip, groin, and low back caused by psoas problems, especially when sitting for long periods of time? I do the simple relaxation technique (constructive rest position) and it works, but it does not last. Read More…
Published by Liz Koch on June 8, 2009 in Question of the Month | No Comments
Q: I have been working with your book for about three weeks now. I am a pilates and yoga teacher and practitioner but was injured skiing three months ago- broken ribs, collarbone sprained sterno-clavicular joint. I am aware how much I use my superficial hip flexors for everything – I imagine instead of the psoas – so I get terrifically tight through the rec fem and have sacroiliac pain. Read More…
Published by Liz Koch on May 12, 2009 in Question of the Month | No Comments
Q: I want your opinion on the psoas and pregnancy. I had my fourth child, and found after his birth my psoas has tightened horribly, with accompanied back pain etc. I had a good pregnancy, did yoga and danced and felt good, but now it feels like my body is falling apart. Read More…
Published by Liz Koch on April 20, 2009 in Podcasts | 7 Comments
Liz Koch discusses the psoas muscle and Core Awareness™ principles with Deric Stockton, owner of Core Strength RX Private Gym in Scotts Valley, CA and the creator of SymetriCore™, a system for developing a powerful core. We discuss overuse, misuse and abuse of the psoas, the importance of spine-based movement, and how to maximize the psoas muscles action potential. A powerlifter, and strength coach/personal trainer, Deric offers a unique somatic perspective of the core muscle, affirming the importance of skeletal positioning, fluidity and proprioception for a healthy powerful core. Read More…
