Spine Extension PNF
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Yoga Techniques and Fitness
Overview
In this lesson, we introduce PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) applied to spine extension.
Objective
Gain understanding of how alternating contraction and relaxation can unlock greater spinal extension range.
What You'll Get
What You'll Get: You'll discover a neurological trick that often produces immediate range improvements in backbends. By contracting into flexion before extending, you tap into reflexive relaxation that lets the spine move further than stretching alone allows. For your own practice, this means breaking through stubborn plateaus in poses like cobra or camel. For teachers and bodyworkers, PNF gives you a reliable tool when passive stretching isn't enough, particularly useful for clients whose nervous systems are holding them back more than their tissues.
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