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Pigeon Pose: Friend or Foe?
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Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss the ins and outs of pigeon pose.
Points of discussion include:
- A description of the anatomy and biomechanics of pigeon
- The different variations of pigeon pose and their unique effects on the body
- Is pigeon pose risky for the front knee?
- The relationship between pigeon pose and the piriformis muscle of the hip
- Do we ever realistically stretch one muscle in isolation?
- Is pigeon pose a good treatment for sciatica?
- Should the front shin be parallel to the front edge of the mat in pigeon?
- Should we flex the foot to protect the knee in pigeon?
- Are active variations of pigeon superior to traditional passive pigeon?
- Is pigeon pose the main form of “hip opener” that we practice in yoga?
- …And much more!
Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Free yoga class from Jenni: “Pigeon is Our Friend”! (Through 6/30/22)
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
YouTube video: Does Flexing the Foot Protect the Knee in Pigeon Pose?
Research article: Is it painful to be different? Sciatic nerve anatomical variants on MRI and their relationship to piriformis syndrome
Podcast episode: Do We Store Emotions in Our Hips?
Podcast episode: Stretching Myths & Stretching Facts w/ Greg Lehman
Blog Post: Physical Touch in Yoga: Do Teachers & Students Agree?
Blog Post: End-Range Training: Does Closing the Gap Between Active and Passive ROM Prevent Injuries?
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
**Become a supporter of the Yoga Meets Movement Science podcast – starting at $3/month!
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Manage episode 332829504 series 2994713
Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss the ins and outs of pigeon pose.
Points of discussion include:
- A description of the anatomy and biomechanics of pigeon
- The different variations of pigeon pose and their unique effects on the body
- Is pigeon pose risky for the front knee?
- The relationship between pigeon pose and the piriformis muscle of the hip
- Do we ever realistically stretch one muscle in isolation?
- Is pigeon pose a good treatment for sciatica?
- Should the front shin be parallel to the front edge of the mat in pigeon?
- Should we flex the foot to protect the knee in pigeon?
- Are active variations of pigeon superior to traditional passive pigeon?
- Is pigeon pose the main form of “hip opener” that we practice in yoga?
- …And much more!
Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Free yoga class from Jenni: “Pigeon is Our Friend”! (Through 6/30/22)
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
YouTube video: Does Flexing the Foot Protect the Knee in Pigeon Pose?
Research article: Is it painful to be different? Sciatic nerve anatomical variants on MRI and their relationship to piriformis syndrome
Podcast episode: Do We Store Emotions in Our Hips?
Podcast episode: Stretching Myths & Stretching Facts w/ Greg Lehman
Blog Post: Physical Touch in Yoga: Do Teachers & Students Agree?
Blog Post: End-Range Training: Does Closing the Gap Between Active and Passive ROM Prevent Injuries?
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
**Become a supporter of the Yoga Meets Movement Science podcast – starting at $3/month!
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