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ABCs of the Shoulder: Anatomy, Biomechanics, & Cueing in Yoga
Manage episode 343675514 series 2994713
Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss all things shoulders!
Points of discussion include:
- The anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder joint complex
- Common micromanaging shoulder cues we hear in the yoga, movement, & fitness worlds
- The biomechanics of how to strengthen the shoulders
- Does yoga really strengthen the shoulders?
- How can we protect the shoulders from pain and injury in yoga?
- Why do many people’s shoulders pop and click so much?
- Should we fix rounded-forward shoulders?
- Is transitioning from side plank to wild thing inherently risky for the shoulder?
- …And much more!
Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Brand new program! 5 Weeks to Strong & Flexible Shoulders
Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis
Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni
Strength for Yoga email newsletter
Podcast episode: Posture is Overrated w/ Todd Hargrove
YouTube video: Should We Avoid Closed to Open Hip Transitions in Yoga?
To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram
Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.
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Chapters
1. ABCs of the Shoulder: Anatomy, Biomechanics, & Cueing in Yoga (00:00:00)
2. [Ad] Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast (00:08:58)
3. (Cont.) ABCs of the Shoulder: Anatomy, Biomechanics, & Cueing in Yoga (00:09:43)
4. [Ad] My Fit Tribe (00:26:38)
5. (Cont.) ABCs of the Shoulder: Anatomy, Biomechanics, & Cueing in Yoga (00:27:25)
50 episodes
Manage episode 343675514 series 2994713
Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss all things shoulders!
Points of discussion include:
- The anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder joint complex
- Common micromanaging shoulder cues we hear in the yoga, movement, & fitness worlds
- The biomechanics of how to strengthen the shoulders
- Does yoga really strengthen the shoulders?
- How can we protect the shoulders from pain and injury in yoga?
- Why do many people’s shoulders pop and click so much?
- Should we fix rounded-forward shoulders?
- Is transitioning from side plank to wild thing inherently risky for the shoulder?
- …And much more!
Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Brand new program! 5 Weeks to Strong & Flexible Shoulders
Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis
Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni
Strength for Yoga email newsletter
Podcast episode: Posture is Overrated w/ Todd Hargrove
YouTube video: Should We Avoid Closed to Open Hip Transitions in Yoga?
To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram
Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.
Fit, Healthy & Happy PodcastWelcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify My Fit Tribe
Where each episode devles into unique experience and knowledge about body mind and spirit
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
**Become a supporter of the Yoga Meets Movement Science podcast – starting at $3/month!
Chapters
1. ABCs of the Shoulder: Anatomy, Biomechanics, & Cueing in Yoga (00:00:00)
2. [Ad] Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast (00:08:58)
3. (Cont.) ABCs of the Shoulder: Anatomy, Biomechanics, & Cueing in Yoga (00:09:43)
4. [Ad] My Fit Tribe (00:26:38)
5. (Cont.) ABCs of the Shoulder: Anatomy, Biomechanics, & Cueing in Yoga (00:27:25)
50 episodes
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