Body Works

How the Human Body Works

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Since muscle groups are interconnected, a multi-level work-out is assured

every time we stretch. For example, when we stretch triceps, we strengthen

biceps; in releasing spinal extensors, we compact spinal flexors; and so on.

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Chest opening postures enhance lung power by opening up the airways.

Postures involving back bends contract and tone spinal extensors in the

back of spine. They also open up pectorals, intercostals, and diaphragm

(which functions like an organ, but looks like a muscle).

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Forward folds contract and strengthen spinal flexors in front of the spine.

Upper body compacting helps stretch trapezius and latissimus, while side

twists stretch psoas and tone the obliques as they help re-align the spine.

Abdominal massages enhance digestion, regulate bowel movement, and

maintain healthy functioning of regional glands and organs.

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Upward arm stretches loosen rotator cuffs and strengthen the deltoids.

Backward arm stretches loosen biceps and tone the triceps. Forward leg

stretches mobilize the hip extensor, strengthen quadriceps, and stretch

hamstrings and calves; pelvic stretches release adductor muscles (inner

thigh), and strengthen the abductors outside the upper thigh.