This is the second part of a series of articles on movement habits you can implement for better health. Read the first part here. 2. Switch up your relationship to the ground This is a cool one that you probably hadn't thought of, and really simple to do. The premise is this: the way that your body is positioned relative to the ground affects the length and load on your muscles and joints. For example, when you're standing, your leg muscles have to work harder to keep you upright, while your lower body joints are being loaded in the neutral (pelvis and ankle) or extended (knee) positions. On the other hand, when you're sitting cross-legged or squatting on the ground, your leg muscles may be more passive but the joints of your legs are also more flexed.
Movement Habits for a Healthier You (II)
Movement Habits for a Healthier You (II)
Movement Habits for a Healthier You (II)
This is the second part of a series of articles on movement habits you can implement for better health. Read the first part here. 2. Switch up your relationship to the ground This is a cool one that you probably hadn't thought of, and really simple to do. The premise is this: the way that your body is positioned relative to the ground affects the length and load on your muscles and joints. For example, when you're standing, your leg muscles have to work harder to keep you upright, while your lower body joints are being loaded in the neutral (pelvis and ankle) or extended (knee) positions. On the other hand, when you're sitting cross-legged or squatting on the ground, your leg muscles may be more passive but the joints of your legs are also more flexed.