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.
Spinal waves, lunge and wide legged seat
A Micro Pause where we use the spinal waves to wake up all the connections from the lower upwards, and down into the hip flexors and thighs. Waving with legs wide and waving in a supported lunge.
Wrists with hands on chair
A Micro Pause for your wrists. Builds strength and increases mobility in the wrists. May help prevent RSI. This exercise is done standing with your hands on your chair.
Wrists with arm to the side
A Micro Pause to strengthen your wrists and to help prevent RSI.
