11 From Top to Bottom

COURSE: the-magic-of-intra-body

FOCUS: This lesson focuses on exploring intra-body movement by initiating tension from the top of the body and allowing it to travel downward, with the goal of connecting upward and downward motions fluidly.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Start the movement from the chest and let the energy travel down like filling a glass with water.
• Imagine putting on a scuba diving belt to create tension that brings you down to the ground.
• Use an inhale to open the chest and an exhale to release energy back to the floor.
• Engage the core and back muscles to support the movement as you descend.
• Slow down the motion as if pouring water to control the downward flow.
• Practice bringing the movement down on one side first, then the other, to explore asymmetrical tensions.

REMEMBER:

• Movement is about coming back down, not just building up, to maintain fluidity.
• Keep the chest engaged to initiate and sustain the downward energy flow.
• Connect top-down movements with previous bottom-up techniques for a cohesive practice.
• Focus on releasing tension into the hips and legs as you descend.
• Use imagery like water or a belt to visualize and control the movement.
• Integrate breathing with movement to enhance the sense of energy travel.