Jenni Rawlings yoga & movement Blog

Welcome to my blog, where we cover yoga anatomy, yoga biomechanics, yoga myths, and so much more!

On this blog, you'll find in-depth articles on yoga anatomy, alignment, biomechanics, movement science, strength training for yoga, creative sequencing, and mythbusting. Whether you’re a yoga teacher or an anatomy-curious student, these posts are designed to help you deepen your understanding of the body and bring more clarity and confidence to your yoga practice and teaching.

[Microblog] The Tissues Of Our Body Are Not Separate

anatomy, fasciaJenni RawlingsJanuary 1, 2017anatomy, fascia, ligamentsComment

[Microblog] Anatomy Geek Stretching Thought of the Day

anatomy, flexibility, stretching, teaching yoga, yoga, yoga anatomyJenni RawlingsDecember 22, 2016stretching, flexibility, strengthening, yoga, yoga teaching, yoga sequencing, yoga anatomy Comments

Jumping Back To Plank: What's the Big Deal?

anatomy, alignment, core stability, core strength, science of pain, shoulders, teaching yoga, vinyasa, yoga, yoga controversies, yoga anatomyJenni RawlingsSeptember 28, 2016chaturanga, plank, vinyasa Comments

4 Basic Pain Science Concepts For Yoga Teachers, Part 1

health & fitness, science of pain, pain scienceJenni RawlingsAugust 31, 2016pain science, yoga and pain, science of pain, pain science and yoga Comment

Three Alternatives to Pigeon Pose & A Brief Discussion About Stretching

Three Alternatives to Pigeon Pose & A Brief Discussion About Stretching

Can A Simple Sitting Test Predict Your Mortality? I Have My Doubts!

health & fitness, research studies, yoga controversiesJenni RawlingsMay 4, 2016sitting rising test, sit to stand test, sitting and mortality Comments

Super Cool Anatomy Fact #53

anatomy, fascia, flexibility, stretching, yoga anatomyJenni RawlingsApril 29, 2016connective tissue, potential energy, anatomy, yoga anatomy, biomechanicsComment

Are Some Movements Inherently Bad?

Yoga and the New Science of Pain

neuroplasticity, teaching yoga, yoga, science of pain, pain scienceJenni RawlingsFebruary 25, 2016pain science, science of pain, yoga and pain, pain in asana Comment

Common Movement Blind Spot #2: The Shoulder Blade & Spine Connection

yoga, teaching yoga, anatomy, alignment, motor control, neuroplasticity, shouldersJenni RawlingsFebruary 16, 2016motor control, neuroplasticity, habitual movement patterns, movement blind spots Comment

Common Movement Blind Spot #1: The Rib Cage & Pelvis Connection

yoga, teaching yoga, anatomy, alignment, motor control, neuroplasticityJenni RawlingsJanuary 12, 2016motor control, neuroplasticity, habitual movement patterns, movement blind spots Comments

Pelvic-Tucking and Lumbar Flexion: Movements We Shouldn't Do In Yoga?

alignment, anatomy, teaching yoga, yoga, yoga controversies, pelvic-tucking, core strength, yoga anatomyJenni RawlingsDecember 15, 2015pelvic tuck, lumbar spine, yoga alignment, yoga anatomy, yoga biomechanics, biotensegrity, lever system, yoga controversies Comments

Responding to the Critics of My Recent Article in Yoga International

anatomy, shoulders, teaching yoga, yoga, yoga controversies, yoga anatomyJenni RawlingsNovember 23, 2015yoga international, yoga anatomy, shoulders, yoga shoulder strength, yoga controversies Comments

Does Traditional Yoga Lead to Muscular Imbalance? (Part 2)

teaching yoga, anatomy, shoulders, yoga, yoga anatomyJenni RawlingsNovember 16, 2015yoga, yoga international, strength imbalance, yoga shoulder strengthComment

Does Traditional Yoga Lead to Muscular Imbalance? (Part 1)

teaching yoga, anatomy, shoulders, yoga, yoga anatomyJenni RawlingsNovember 12, 2015yoga, yoga international, strength imbalance, yoga shoulder strength, yoga anatomyComment

Hamstring Strengthening for Yogis

anatomy, yoga, teaching yoga, stretching, flexibility, hip-openersJenni RawlingsSeptember 22, 2015hamstrings, hamstring strengthening, flexibility, mobility, tight hamstrings Comment

Fact Check: Will Strengthening Your Tight Hamstrings Make Them Tighter?

anatomy, stretching, teaching yoga, yoga, hip-openers, flexibility, yoga anatomyJenni RawlingsAugust 26, 2015yoga, stretching, strengthening, tight muscles, hamstrings Comments

How Important Are Body Proportions in Yoga?

anatomy, teaching yoga, yogaJenni RawlingsJuly 25, 2015anatomy, yoga anatomy, yoga internationalComment

Is The Cue "Pull Your Shoulders Back" Helpful?

alignment, anatomy, teaching yoga, yoga, shoulders, rib thrust, yoga anatomyJenni RawlingsJune 2, 2015anatomy, shoulders, alignment, yoga cues, yoga anatomy Comments

Addressing Low Back Pain in Yoga's Up Dog

alignment, anatomy, teaching yoga, yoga, backbendsJenni RawlingsApril 23, 2015yoga biomechanics, yoga anatomy, alignment Comments