Mastering Stretching: Understanding Spinal Reflexes for Ashtanga Yoga Practitioners
Wondering why you just can’t seem to get longer and stronger? Understanding spinal reflexes related to stretching can be a game-changer in your Ashtanga yoga practice. Slow and steady wins the stretching race, stimulating your Golgi tendon organs can prevent injury, and utilizing Reciprocal Inhibition can deepen your stretches. And remember, your spinal reflexes are always looking out for you, even if your brain is the last to know. Happy stretching, yogis
