Yoga Meets Movement Science The ABCs of Hip Rotation
Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss the anatomy, biomechanics, and cueing of hip rotation.
Points of discussion include:
- A brief intro to hip joint anatomy
- Open vs. closed chain hip rotation
- What is the average ROM of hip external & internal rotation?
- What are hip anteversion and retroversion?
- What does research suggest about the connection between lack of hip rotation and hip pain?
- The difference between alignment/position and muscular action in a yoga pose or movement
- What’s the hip rotation alignment in warrior 1?
- What’s the hip rotation alignment in warrior 2?
- What’s the hip rotation alignment in gomukhasana?
- What’s the hip rotation alignment in the 90/90 position?
- What’s the hip rotation alignment in half moon?
- How could you work on hip internal rotation in yoga?
- …And much more!
Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
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 (Yoga Meets Movement Science episode 25)
Blog Post: End-Range Training: Does Closing the Gap Between Active and Passive ROM Prevent Injuries?
Research study: Is lower hip range of motion a risk factor for groin pain in athletes? A systematic review with clinical applications
YouTube video: Warrior 1 vs. High Lunge: What’s the Difference?
YouTube video: Hip Anatomy Lesson in Warrior 2
Podcast episode: “Pigeon Pose: Friend or Foe?” (Yoga Meets Movement Science episode 18)
Instagram post on the 90/90 position
Podcast episode: “Yoga Alignment Rules That Don’t Make Sense” (Yoga Meets Movement Science episode 33)
To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram
Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.
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