Thoracic and Core Anatomy 101! We have never had Alex @drawing_anatomy paint the heart and lungs before. This turned out to be a really cool-looking piece. What are some other heart, lung, diaphragm, or muscle facts you would like to share? I will share a fun fact: the lungs are insanely light, roughly 2 lbs. They also feel like a slightly melted marshmallow. So soft and cuddly. When I worked with cadavers, the one cadaver we had died of lung cancer. His lungs weighed about 6 lbs and were full o

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Your thoracic spine (mid-back) and rib cage position directly impact pelvic floor function, prolapse support, and control. When your upper back is stiff or your ribs stay “stuck,” your diaphragm and pelvic floor can’t sync leading to tension, weakness, bulging, or leaks. Before you lift, jump, or do core work, prep your pelvic floor with breath mobility: I’m loving these 2 Thoracic Spine Mobility Moves right now in my own warm ups 1️⃣ Elevated Thread the Needle Balloon Breathing ⚠️ Be cautious o

Thoracic Spine Mobility The Key to Shoulder Health 🧘‍♀️The thoracic spine is the middle 12 vertebrae of your spinal column. It plays a crucial role in upper body movements and shoulder health. 🏋️‍♂️If we lack mobility in the thoracic spine, all upper body movements will suffer. Improving thoracic mobility can help alleviate shoulder issues and improve overall upper body function. 🤸‍♀️One exercise to improve thoracic mobility is the thread the needle movement. Start on all fours, put one hand