AY # 117: Frog movement with the legs and the arch

While lying on your back, would you be able, if you so desired, to bring your lengthened legs to stand without involving any of the muscles in your lower back? You'll find out by doing this lesson. As so many of these Volume 3 lessons have done, here's another exploration of the relationship between various muscles that attach to the pelvis. I can only assume that Dr. Feldenkrais believed that many people habitually involve their lower back muscles in the function of lifting the legs and he designed this lesson to help students discover that there is another option. The lesson is very simple; anyone who can lie on their back can do it. It is a great vehicle to discover for yourself whether simply bringing your awareness to a particular movement pattern can create a situation whereby that habit can change. It's a very interesting lesson both physically and as a springboard for thought about just why and how the Feldenkrais Method® is effective.