Alex Brazinski Movement, Yoga, and Acupuncture

Digital Announcement: I’m very excited to have the opportunity to collaborate with .movement.arts on his magnificent digital training platform providing all things mobility for the masses! Stay Tuned!
And if you haven’t already I strongly suggest checking out the platform where you can already find a wealth of training programs on Gi Gong, Taiji, Bagua, BJJ, and collaborative work in the dance and acrobatics world.

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Great News: Yesterday me and had a longer call about all things Qi Gong, the Rona, Mobility, Mooovement and Yoga for BJJ... amongst other more worldly topics...

AND: We decided to work more closely together, through my online platform

This is such a great joy, cause Alex isn’t only a fabulous dude with a huge heart but also a clinical acupuncturist, educated in and many more crazy methods of physical training.

So while we will start building our first course together on the platform, I will start to share some goodness of his work here on my channel.

Enjoy folks, and stay tuned for some more great news coming in very very soon 🐉❤️

•THOUGHTS ON SKETCHING Pt. 2: Sketching, Improvisation, Skateboarding, and ASMR•
Sketching is different than improvisation to me in that improvisation is meant to be in-the-moment creativity/spontaneity without an intention towards repetition. Whereas, sketching has the initial properties of in-the-moment spontaneity, but has the ability to be repeated and altered based on how each repetition feels or if a new idea or piece “fits” within a sequence. This idea of repetition and alternation to see what fits or vibes in the given environment reminds me of creating a “line” like in skateboarding. Not saying that I was ever good at it (maybe in my
imagination or Tony Hawk Pro Skater), but engaging in the practice of creating lines or connecting moves that blur the lines between what is skateboarding, art, dance, personal style, etc. The best examples to me were and who have always been an inspiration for creativity. I often imagine skateboarding during my sessions and how that manifests into my movements.
Plus, the sound of skateboard, whether that’s just rolling along or the snap of the tail, has always been quite therapeutic in a sense. Similar to the sounds in this video. Thanks for reading if you ventured this far. Your attention span exceeds the average expectations so congratulations!
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•MOBILITY MINUTES•
Ep. 27: Median and Ulnar Nerve Flossing
12 out of 10 doctors say you should floss your teeth daily, so why not your body?! Your nerves have tunnels in which they “glide” through as you bend and extend your joints. Occasionally, these can become “kinked” “adhesed” or “pinched” by a myriad of factors. When these nerves are inhibited they can cause pain and reduce range of motion. Here are two very basic nerve floss exercises that can get things gliding back to a normal state, which can help with your overall mobility and health. Shoutout to this mobility request! If you would like more information on a mobility exercise or an area of trouble you can’t seem to find a solution to, DM me and I’ll try and make a mobility minute about it.
Also, this book, Trail Guide to Movement is an excellent introduction into movement mechanics and basic anatomy and physiology.
I highly recommend taking a look!

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WE MOVED!! I decided to organize all the mobility videos under one page Follow to check out archived videos and stay updated with new ones!
•MOBILITY MINUTES•
Ep. 26: Hip/Hamstring Flow
This simple two-piece flow is an effective way to open the hamstrings and adductors while simultaneously strengthening hip flexors, glutes, and back stabilizers.
This can be used as a warm-up for “leg day” or just a way to get the legs moving. 8-15 reps will do you good!

•MOBILITY MINUTES•
Ep. 25: 90/90 Hip Flexor Stretch

Time to get out of your chair and stretch your hip flexors! The hip flexor muscles often play a factor in back pain due to sitting in one position for too long and general weakness of those muscles. It’s important to work on both strengthening and lengthening those areas for overall better function. This hip flexor stretch is great because there are many levels of intensity to choose from depending on the tightness of your hips and your level of expertise. It’s also a great alternative for those who have difficulty being in kneeling positions for an extended period of time. This 90/90 pose targets the top end of the hip flexors such as the illopsoas, re**us femoris, and sartorius, as well as the medial muscle attachments at the knee.
Spend at least 30 seconds and to up to 2min per side. Enjoy!

•MOBILITY MINUTES Ep. 24: Bhastrika Breathwork.
This week we focus on an aspect of mobility that is paramount, but often overlooked: your breath. Breathwork (Pranayama in Yoga) is the key to how you can regulate your body, in particular your nervous system, to approach your practice or your day with the desired intensity or ease. Certain types of breath work can help you relax and expel CO2, while others ramp up energy and build up O2. Bhastrika is an energy building/heat producing that promotes respiratory alkalosis (aka higher amounts of oxygen in the blood). This breathwork exercise is great to do in the morning or before a workout. Often sensations of tingling can happen in the fingers and toes which is normal, but be mindful about how intense you go your first time. These are exercises so a certain amount of stimulus is required without overtraining right away. Remember to focus your breath 3-dimensionally as to tune into and train all areas of the lungs and diaphragm. It is recommended to go for a round or two of 20-30 breathes to start. Maybe it just beats the morning coffee!

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Ep. 23: Piriformis Stretch
This week we focus on the infamous piriformis muscle that may be a major factor for people with low back and hip pain. This is modification of Kit Laughlin’s seated piriformis stretch. This stretch specifically targets the insertion aspect of the piriformis muscle at femoral head. This additionally should help with some aspects of the glute medius.
For passive stretch, stay between 2-3 minutes per side in order to tap into fascial changes within the muscle area. For neuromuscular training, you can contract your glutes by pushing the shin into the forearms for an inhale (6-10 seconds) and relax on the exhale to add additional range. Repeating 3-6 times per side. Your hips and back will thank you!

MOBILITY MINUTES
Ep. 22: Hip Swivel
This 90/90 (term used for angles at the knee joint) hip swivel targets the hip capsule by focusing both on internal and external rotation as you move back and forth. The addition of the hinge adds a great stretch for the external rotators of the hip including such as your glute max and piriformis. This is a great addition to your warm-up or just a great way to break up the monotony of the work day. I find this can be a great introduction for those who have trouble in the infamous pigeon pose found in yoga. Take a seat and try it out yourself!



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Episode 21: Hanging Work
Passive and active hanging work can be immensely beneficial for upper body strength, shoulder mobility, and traction of the spine. I’ve used these exercises (often very modified) for shoulder impingement and low back issues with my clients and have effective results in increased mobility and strength and decreased pain. If you get a chance to do this outside, go for it! Just wear a mask if there are people around. Hang out and enjoy the sunshine!