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Use ______ to facilitate control and relaxation.
Use ______ to facilitate control and relaxation.
breathing
To apply control, focus on the ______ muscles to initiate movement.
To apply control, focus on the ______ muscles to initiate movement.
core
The lumbar spine has a natural outward curvature.
The lumbar spine has a natural outward curvature.
False
The erector spinae muscle helps to maintain posture and provide support to the thoracic spine.
The erector spinae muscle helps to maintain posture and provide support to the thoracic spine.
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The lumbar spine consists of 6 vertebrae (L1-L6) in the lower back.
The lumbar spine consists of 6 vertebrae (L1-L6) in the lower back.
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Flexion of the lumbar spine decreases its inward curvature.
Flexion of the lumbar spine decreases its inward curvature.
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Diaphragmatic breathing is characterized by expansion of the shoulder and chest movement.
Diaphragmatic breathing is characterized by expansion of the shoulder and chest movement.
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Spinal stenosis is a condition where a vertebra slips out of place, putting pressure on nearby nerves.
Spinal stenosis is a condition where a vertebra slips out of place, putting pressure on nearby nerves.
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Lateral breathing engages the diaphragm, the primary muscle of breathing.
Lateral breathing engages the diaphragm, the primary muscle of breathing.
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Diaphragmatic breathing reduces oxygenation of the body.
Diaphragmatic breathing reduces oxygenation of the body.
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Lateral breathing is beneficial for improving posture and reducing back pain.
Lateral breathing is beneficial for improving posture and reducing back pain.
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Study Notes
Control
- Definition: Control refers to the ability to engage the correct muscles, in the correct order, to perform a movement with precision and stability.
- Key concept: Control is about mastering the movement, not just doing the movement.
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Importance:
- Enables efficient and effective movement
- Reduces risk of injury
- Improves overall posture and alignment
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How to apply control:
- Start with a slow and deliberate pace
- Focus on the core muscles (abs, obliques, lower back) to initiate movement
- Engage the correct muscles in the correct sequence
- Use breathing to facilitate control and relaxation
- Practice with awareness and attention to detail
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Description
Test your understanding of control in movement, its importance, and how to apply it to achieve efficient, effective, and safe movements. Explore the key concepts and techniques to master control and improve overall posture and alignment.
