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rebecca davis
This episode is a video response to James’s recent comment about asymmetry as it relates to joint mobility programs. I want to thank James for his comment, and I also want to make clear that this drill as well as the one in Episode 1 come from Andrey Lappa’s Dance of Shiva system, not my own head. I only present these exercises to give you an idea of the types of movements I work with everyday to improve my long-term health. If you’re interested in detailed instructions of this extremely complex system, I strongly suggest picking up his DVD.
In this episode I demonstrate the power and challenge of asymmetry in the vertical arm movements of Lappa’s system. These movements work the arms through their entire range of motion - internal/external rotation of the humerus, pronation/supination of the forearm, flexion/extension of the elbow, and flexion/extension of the shoulder. As you work with these movements, be careful not to let your shoulders become tense and creep toward your ears. These movements should be fluid and free. Try also to activate the bandhas as you get more comfortable with the practice. Enjoy!
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Wow…I’m flattered you thought my offhand remark was worth a video follow-up, and such a cool, well-produced little clip,too! I’m definitely looking into the DoS material.
Sonnon’s Intu-Flow has some excellent, excellent JM drills…and IF integrates a lot of his previous material (Be Breathed, Zdorovye, Fisticuffs, etc). The guy really is a genius of movement, and I learn something new every time I watch him in action.
Many thanks for the mention of the blog. “ABW” has been a idle for the last month as I adjust to a new job and marriage (I have to sleep sometime), but I hope to revive it soon.
Keep up the great work!
Thanks for coming back, James! And congrats on the new marriage.
Thanks also for the kind words on production quality. I do put a reasonable amount of effort into making these webisodes stand out in terms of production value. Glad to know it shows!