Body Intelligence – Finding ease for the lower back, 4: learning to circle the spine
by josefine | Jun 6, 2025
The spine is designed to move. It can bend in all directions and it can rotate. In this Micro Pause we practice moving the spine in a circular shape. When we move the spine in a circular shape we cover a great part of the range or motion of the spine. This is good for many reasons: It will stimulate the production of synovial fluid in the joints. Synovial fluid works as a lubricant to the joints, making them move smoother and function better.
It gives a massage to the discs, helping to increase blood flow and to even out any uneven pressure on the discs.
It gives inner massage to the muscles along the spine.
It may enhance the function of the central nervous system, helping nervous impulses to travel faster along the spinal cord.
Wave with legs wide and lunge
A full body Micro Pause to energise and increase circulation throughout the body. We are working with spinal waves in three different positions to really get into all layers of the lower back.
Chair pose on a chair
A Micro Pause to build some heat and raise the energy level. The yoga position Utkatasana helps decompress the lower back and builds strength throughout the body.
A wide legged side stretch
A Micro Pause which is great when you just need a quick stretching out and opening of the body. We make a side stretch with the legs wide for support.
