Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss the anatomy, biomechanics, and cueing of hip rotation.
Points of discussion include:
- A brief intro to hip joint anatomy
- Open vs. closed chain hip rotation
- What is the average ROM of hip external & internal rotation?
- What are hip anteversion and retroversion?
- What does research suggest about the connection between lack of hip rotation and hip pain?
- The difference between alignment/position and muscular action in a yoga pose or movement
- What’s the hip rotation alignment in warrior 1?
- What’s the hip rotation alignment in warrior 2?
- What’s the hip rotation alignment in gomukhasana?
- What’s the hip rotation alignment in the 90/90 position?
- What’s the hip rotation alignment in half moon?
- How could you work on hip internal rotation in yoga?
- …And much more!
Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis
Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni
Strength for Yoga email newsletter
Podcast episode: “Posture is Overrated” w/ Todd Hargrove (Yoga Meets Movement Science episode 25)
Blog Post: End-Range Training: Does Closing the Gap Between Active and Passive ROM Prevent Injuries?
Research study: Is lower hip range of motion a risk factor for groin pain in athletes? A systematic review with clinical applications
YouTube video: Warrior 1 vs. High Lunge: What’s the Difference?
YouTube video: Hip Anatomy Lesson in Warrior 2
Podcast episode: “Pigeon Pose: Friend or Foe?” (Yoga Meets Movement Science episode 18)
Instagram post on the 90/90 position
Podcast episode: “Yoga Alignment Rules That Don’t Make Sense” (Yoga Meets Movement Science episode 33)
To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram
Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.
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