The hip joint and the pelvis area is the connection between the upper and the lower part of the body. It is therefore an important area for all kinds of movements.
A lot of poses that work on either the upper body or the lower body involve the pelvic area in some way. If the hips are not open and flexible enough, movement impulses can get stuck in this area. As a result, the range of motion decreases. This is why it’s a good idea to focus on the hip area to improve your overall yoga practice.
The pelvic area is a very complex area with a lot of muscles involved and working together. These muscles are stabilized and held together by connective tissue. Especially the upper part of the thigh bone has to move through a lot of connective tissue. This means, although the tissue creates stability, we also need a certain amount of flexibility in order to be able to move functionally and create an optimal flow of movement.
Hip-opening yoga poses can actually help loosen tight hips, thereby improving the range of motion and circulation. This, in turn, can significantly alleviate back pain.
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