Is Chaturanga a Shoulder-Shredder?
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In this episode, yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen dive into the topic of chaturanga, or yoga’s push-up-like asana.  Points of discussion include: The anatomy & biomechanics of chaturangaThe differences between chaturanga and a typical push-up you’d find in the fitness worldWhy chaturanga is actually a much more difficult pose than many people realizePotential injury mechanisms of chaturangaShould the elbows hug in in chaturanga or not?Should we only lower halfway down (to 90°) or not?Should we shift forward onto the toes before lowering down into chaturanga?What should the shoulder blades be doing in this pose?The relationship between the common yoga pose knees-chest-chin and chaturanga…And so 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 created by Jenni & Travis Strength Training for Yoga (digital book written by Jenni & Travis) YouTube video: Is Knees-Chest-Chin a Good Prep for Chaturanga? Instagram post: Do You Know How Much Weight You’re Pushing in Plank? YouTube video: Should We Shift Forward Onto Our Toes in Chaturanga? Yoga class & continuing ed course memberships on Jenni’s website To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.
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