tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post3216504687805293011..comments2023-11-16T03:55:11.444-05:00Comments on The Daily Bandha: The Benefits of Engaging the Quads in Forward Bends (and the risks of misguided cautions)Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-34134321394816305332014-12-07T21:42:33.736-05:002014-12-07T21:42:33.736-05:00Thank you! I've always wondered why teachers ...Thank you! I've always wondered why teachers would say "engage the quad," now I understand.Kathlyn Harthttp://www.kathlynhart.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-57137019671497130572013-12-11T01:48:59.108-05:002013-12-11T01:48:59.108-05:00You done a great job by write this article about y...You done a great job by write this article about yoga :)<br /><br /><a href="http://whatyourbodyneed.wordpress.com/2012/12/18/most-useful-15-yoga-tips-for-beginner/" rel="nofollow"> Yoga Tips for Beginner </a><br /><br /><br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16700355898397038183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-37239488548503760772013-04-08T09:08:00.361-04:002013-04-08T09:08:00.361-04:00Nicely seeing that care continuously is giving of ...Nicely seeing that care continuously is giving of yourSelf. Namaste vivid satatmane. Amour.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-19382676815493863472012-10-08T23:27:14.771-04:002012-10-08T23:27:14.771-04:00It's actually a great and useful piece of info...It's actually a great and useful piece of information. I'm satisfied <br />that you just shared this helpful information with us.<br />Please keep us informed like this. Thanks for sharing.<br /><i>my web site</i> - <b><a href="http://www.yourfitnessdating.com/articles/ways-to-get-your-fitness-dating-man-to-like-you.xhtml" rel="nofollow">Link</a></b>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-47313431627864182312012-09-25T10:38:00.159-04:002012-09-25T10:38:00.159-04:00Thanks for contacting attention to these concerns....Thanks for contacting attention to these concerns. I believe men and women should be skeptical of another drug program, and possibly request for non-pharmacological treatment options just before accepting drug treatments. Regrettably, with mass-advertising of drugs within this nation, we've arrive at accept routine drugs as being a standard of care instead of the exception.<br /><br />Regards,<br />Nathalie<br /><a href="http://www.arthrosebehandlung.com/" rel="nofollow">Arthrose Behandlung</a> ExpertAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05091252526509230597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-19055937906724490032012-01-25T01:39:50.504-05:002012-01-25T01:39:50.504-05:00Hello Anon,
I mean applying controlled engagement...Hello Anon,<br /><br />I mean applying controlled engagement of the muscle, not rock hard quads. I apply gradual activation and release--so that it is a dynamic process. With a bit of practice (not a lot), the engagement becomes "Strong yet supple" for stabilizing the joints and creating the form of the pose.<br /><br />Thanks for commenting! Rayrayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04616253855622556472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-49727925386479458642012-01-24T22:11:27.120-05:002012-01-24T22:11:27.120-05:00Thanks for you in depth conversation about the as...Thanks for you in depth conversation about the asana's. I love your asana images !!<br />Question ......When you speak of engaging the quad, do you mean <br />a quad set kind of engagement or a softer version such as simply dorsiflexing the foot? Sometimes students get very focused on intense quad muscular tensing that they are like rocks and/or the hip stabilizers go completely unnoticed and unengaged (in various poses, not speaking of only seated forward bends).<br /><br />Thanks for your time!!!!!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-30777859466045599092012-01-24T03:59:39.787-05:002012-01-24T03:59:39.787-05:00Nope, not saying that. I like to differentiate con...Nope, not saying that. I like to differentiate connective tissue that forms the sheath around muscles (fascia), etc. from the connective tissue that forms the cords and band-like structures of the ligaments. We lengthen the myofascia all the time in yoga and it is generally a good thing--even permanent changes. On the other hand, ligaments perform a different function at the joint. It is generally accepted that ligaments recoil from a stretch of no greater than 6% of their length--after that they begin to tear. When they get damaged like that they can start to lose their contribution to stabilizing the joint. So you want to avoid stretching ligaments beyond 6% of their length.<br />I also use periodic gentle muscular engagement (of the quads, for example, in a forward bend) when I am practicing longer duration relaxed stretch that is directed towards lengthening myofascial sheaths. Periodically engaging the agonists--or yang side of a stretch--does not diminish lengthening on the antagonist (yin) side. In fact it can enhance it both biomechanically and physiologically. This engagement also re-establishes alignment and mental focus. For Yin Yoga, you should talk to someone trained in that to find out their fundamental premise. Or get their new book.<br />Best~Rayrayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04616253855622556472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-52965382581552987712012-01-23T18:02:08.887-05:002012-01-23T18:02:08.887-05:00So, are you saying that the fundamental premise of...So, are you saying that the fundamental premise of Yin Yoga is wrong? (sustained 4-7 min stretches of connective tissue)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-18983914158196189672012-01-18T18:12:05.171-05:002012-01-18T18:12:05.171-05:00I love your internal visualization illustrations.
...I love your internal visualization illustrations.<br />These really help everyone with visual learning.<br /><br />Peace,<br />DavidAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-73032330192634940382012-01-18T16:34:27.473-05:002012-01-18T16:34:27.473-05:00Thank you so much for your generous knowledge and ...Thank you so much for your generous knowledge and information which I personally find very helpful in my yoga teachings & all my other classes. Please continue to send me any current info that will help me to improve in various ways. Truly appreciate you. Thank you, Your friendAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-2130708247984300702012-01-18T15:36:43.550-05:002012-01-18T15:36:43.550-05:00Thanks for your comment, Helen!
I think the goal ...Thanks for your comment, Helen!<br /><br />I think the goal is finding ways to improve, both through experience and continued study. We are always doing this in medicine and should do the same in yoga. My personal experience has been that using knowledge of the body vastly improved the benefits of my practice--and I see that I'm just scratching the surface of what is possible. Thanks for adding your thoughts!<br /><br />Namaste'<br /><br />Rayrayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04616253855622556472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-19035254531450742712012-01-18T12:20:19.665-05:002012-01-18T12:20:19.665-05:00It is so encouraging to hear this, especially with...It is so encouraging to hear this, especially with the recent media coverage about yoga and injuries (thank you New York Times, among others!). So a massive thank you for sharing your knowledge to help us teachers and practitioners to deepen our understanding of the physical asanas. I recently read an opinion implying that yoga teachers don't need qualifications, they only need experience. Much as I find my personal yoga experience invaluable for teaching others, I am limited to but one body (in this lifetime at least), so it is both fascinating and educational to learn more about other bodies and potential issues we may come across. Namaste xHelenhttp://www.yoga-bright.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-90183928031985448992012-01-18T11:40:34.514-05:002012-01-18T11:40:34.514-05:00Hello Anon,
Thanks for your comment and apprecia...Hello Anon, <br /><br />Thanks for your comment and appreciation for our work! I will work on your suggestion for using more layman terminology (pls check back for the next post). Namaste'~Rayrayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04616253855622556472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-52185560008746278942012-01-18T11:11:43.398-05:002012-01-18T11:11:43.398-05:00Thanks Pat! RayThanks Pat! Rayrayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04616253855622556472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-22695793515508278362012-01-18T11:10:56.348-05:002012-01-18T11:10:56.348-05:00Hello Nikos, Thanks for your comment and support f...Hello Nikos, Thanks for your comment and support for our work! I'm looking at some warm-up routines--will keep you posted. All the Best~Rayrayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04616253855622556472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-91286893225743660032012-01-18T09:30:28.441-05:002012-01-18T09:30:28.441-05:00Hello Ray and Chris... I so appreciate and love yo...Hello Ray and Chris... I so appreciate and love your blogs and books and all the great information you give us on your site. I teach approx 14 to 16 classes a week and continue to search and crave more information and confirmation on my highly tuned instincts. I just have a simple and slightly embarrassing request. I do understand most everything you tell us but would appreciate a little more layman terms so I can really grasp every morsel!<br />Thank you so much... oxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-27765705973901869392012-01-18T05:21:05.981-05:002012-01-18T05:21:05.981-05:00thank you!! It is really helpfull!
I forward for o...thank you!! It is really helpfull!<br />I forward for other helpful information.<br />thanks again!<br />patAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-23986232748856631042012-01-18T03:10:41.856-05:002012-01-18T03:10:41.856-05:00Dear Ray and Chris,
You are making a wonderful job...Dear Ray and Chris,<br />You are making a wonderful job here. I am a physician (otolaryngologist) and I medically backup your approach. There is a lot of sound medical knowledge here and it is very important to offer blind studies and reviews. The significance of engaging the reciprocal inhibition mechanism is ingenious and enhances safety. I have ordered all your books and can't wait for amazon to deliver. I hope there are more to come. I would really like to see a blog post on recommended routines for warm-up and specific areas ie routines for knee or back enhancement.<br />Keep up your excellent work!<br />Nikosnikoshttp://www.ear-care.grnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-77849085133504322452012-01-17T20:43:22.202-05:002012-01-17T20:43:22.202-05:00I'm mostly self-taught for circumstantial reas...I'm mostly self-taught for circumstantial reasons; having your books and this blog for reference is so helpful and empowering. Thank you. Please see http://www.khanacademy.org/. The teaching is on all levels: it's accessible and self-directed, it's visual, it's oral, it's applied. I hope someday you can offer a similar format for your Bandha yoga lessons. <br />Thanks again!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4312247198139313019.post-15914125140277438692012-01-17T19:01:09.877-05:002012-01-17T19:01:09.877-05:00Thank you for the knowledge and beautiful graphics...Thank you for the knowledge and beautiful graphics! as a nurse, both are very helpful.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com