Pelvis & Hip Muscles
Anatomy & Physiology
Overview
In this lesson, we explore the anatomy of the pelvis and hip muscles, including their role in movement and stability.
Objective
Gain understanding of the complex musculature surrounding the hips and pelvis and how it influences posture and mobility.
What You'll Get
You'll learn how the hips really work—how they open, rotate, stabilize, and transfer force between your legs and spine. This region is dense with muscles and full of confusion, especially in yoga. You'll walk away with clarity about what's limiting your flexibility, why certain poses feel accessible or impossible, and how to work with your hip structure safely. For professionals, this is essential for cueing hip-opening poses, recognizing compensations, and understanding why no two bodies look the same in a posture.
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