26 minute Somatic Reset class Step 3. Now that you feel efficiency and ease with Arch & Flatten, Arch & Curl, and Back Lifts, this short class teaches you 2 variations of Side Bending. We complete this series with a gentle arch and flatten.

Info- Inspired by Thomas Hanna Somatic work, this class covers the next steps in freeing up compensatory tight patterns in the side body. In side bending somatics we recognize there may be a trauma pattern present, which can show up as a rotation in the upper/lower body. That is why I guide you to be very aware of any arching or rotating during these side bending practices. Notice what 'under' effort-ing can do to release and re-educate the tissues. Please take your time with these and know that you can make the movements smaller if needed. As long as you aren't experiencing pain, practice each one until they make sense in your body and you've decreased any stuck tension or tendency to rotate during the movements. Only then, progress to the next step. This may take days/weeks, so take your time and don't overdue.

Props: Possible extra blanket for head support

Originally recorded 9/17/24