How to Walk Properly Martin Movement Method Walking Code Lesson 3 Core Technique Lift and Retreat

Learn how to walk properly using the core. In Lesson 3 of The Martin Movement Method and Walking Code I review the Core Techniques of Lift and Retreat. The Core Techniques are the 8 patterns of core movement that we use in our everyday lives. We use these movement patterns generally without being consciously aware of what we are doing. In The Martin Movement Method and The Walking Code, I describe the specific core movements which constitute each of these movement patterns and show you how they are applied to normal activities like walking. I will also demonstrate how they are used in other movement disciplines such as Tai Chi and dance. When you begin to learn the Core Techniques you will begin to see how all movement disciplines are related with the same patterns of movement.

The Core Technique of Lift uses flexion of the active hip and torsion al rotation on the same side as the active hip. In torsional rotation, the upper and lower abdominal muscles on the same side of the body rotate the thoracic and lumbar spines respectively in opposite directions. Lift is used in normal standing posture.

The Core Technique of Retreat uses flexion of the active hip and concordant rotation of the upper and lower abdominal muscles toward the active hip. Retreat is used in the terminal swing phase of gait as well as in turning steps.

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