How to unlock the secret of ancient spinal movement

Over centuries, it has been understood that changing the spine orientation can lead to relief and even ecstasy. 

The hidden secret of this spinal technique has been uncovered by people who have utilised their bodies in ceremonial practices to connect with the divine.

How did the ancients do that?

As the spine moves upwards and downwards, spinal fluid flows from the base of the spine to the pituitary and pineal glands in the head, connecting the spinal endpoints of head and tail bone. 

The key is in synchronising our movement with our breathing, especially our diaphragm.

“Diaphragm” in Greek means to fence, to divide which makes sense as the breathing muscle physically separates the lower and upper regions of our body. 

Breathing helps the diaphragm expand, which distributes blood and nutrients to the heart and body, what we call “energy”.

When we gradually and naturally elongate the breath as much as possible we build a bigger body pump that works even when we’re breathing unconsciously.

The particular breathing technique I’m sharing awakens the diaphragm from its slumber, allowing electricity to flow from the bottom to the top of our bodies more easily. 

It’s also why the technology of breathing and moving in this way works so well for emotional release.

Here’s how to use this posture while kneeling or sitting:

Bend your elbows slightly to allow for thoracic buoyancy

🐄 When performing the cow pose stretch by reaching upwards, focus on initiating the movement from the ribs and middle of the spine rather than the neck. This will effectively target the diaphragm instead of the back muscles.

🐈 When stretching inwards (cat pose) the point is to push the belly button towards the spine, engaging the abdominals in and upwards. Again working the subtle muscles around the diaphragm and intestines.

⛲️The breath starts just before the movement and lingers after it, thereby instigating the motion of the diaphragm and stretching it over time.