Episode 14: The Hip Joint

In this episode 14 of the Franklin Method Fellowship we look at the hip joint. We begin noticing common postural patterns in standing and how that affects our ability to bear weight through the hip joint. We look at how the hip joint is much more internal in or body than we may think. We look at the functional anatomy of how the femur head moves in the acetabulum (hip socket) as we bend and stretch our legs. To help us with this movement we use the image of the femur head as an eye that closes when we bend and opens as we stretch our legs. We release muscles around that hip joint and do some strengthening exercises to help us center the femur head in the acetabulum. Lastly, we practice getting up and down from sitting which we all do a lot and images that can make this movement easier and more efficient. Enjoy the episode and share in the comments what you notice about your hips!