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.
Easy desk stretch
A Micro Pause to bring som aliveness into the tissue of the torso. We make three easy stretches, with instruction to direct your awareness to where you can get a fuller experience of the exercise.
Down dog side stretch
A Micro Pause to really open up the sides of your body and your armpits. We make the yoga position Adho Mukha Svanasana with the chair for support.
Faster spinal waves
A Micro Pause about the spine. Increase spinal mobility and help stimulate the entire spinal cord. We make spinal waves with full awareness on the inside of the body.
