Breathing and PRI

What are the principles of postural restoration institute?   The Postural Realignment Institute (PRI) is an approach to physical therapy and fitness that focuses on the relationship between posture,breathing, and movement. The principles of PRI include:...

DESIGNED TO MOVE | THE ZONE OF APPOSITION

Body Asymmetry and Breathing Mechanics The body is naturally asymmetrical, affecting all aspects of our movements and breathing mechanics.  A prime example of this is seen between the left and right hemispheres of the lungs and the diaphragm (the primary muscle used...

DESIGNED TO MOVE | FLARED RIB CAGE

What is a Flared Rib Cage? When the bottom half of the rib cage is in neutral alignment with the spine, it is positioned inwards and downwards. However, if the core muscles are weak, there can be excessive curvature of the lower spine (lordosis) which can pull the rib...

DESIGNED TO MOVE | THE IMPORTANCE OF BREATHING

Why is Breathing Important? To breathe is to live. Because breathing is second nature to almost everybody, we often don’t think twice about the quality of our breathing. However, our quality of breathing is directly related to our stress levels and vice versa. It...