A schematic showing the motor and sensory distribution of the sciatic nerve (tibial and common fibular nerves).

In this video, I demonstrate and explain correct technique for the sidelying hip ABD along with one good progression of the exercise.

In this video, I demonstrate and explain correct technique for the prone hip EXTension along with a couple good progressions of the exercise.

In this video, I explain and demonstrate the FABER test (Patrick’s test, Figure-4 test) of the hip. More specifically, we cover its rationale and interpretation of results.

This video will take a closer look at the different parts of our body.<br/>
Body Parts & Grooming, Part 2

Waddling like a duck increases circulation in your legs. This and other exercises loosen your knees and hips to prepare you for the meditative sitting poses.

In this video, we explore the origins of the obturator nerve from the lumbar plexus and it important branches to the adductor muscles in the thigh.

This tutorial focuses on drawing out the lumbar plexus and describing its motor and sensory distribution.

This series includes forward and back bends, spinal twists, and balancing poses. You’ll balance on one leg, and on your buttocks!

Roaring like a lion strengthens the vocal cords and massages the thyroid and facial muscles. It’s good for skin care, too!

In this video, I demonstrate and explain several important hip flexor stretches for both 2- and 1-joint hip flexors (rectus femoris and iliopsoas, respectively).

Intro to the Lower Extremity + Thigh Compartmentalization

In this video, I explain and demonstrate the median nerve tension test (AKA ULTT-1 or ULTT-A), a test used to diagnose nerve tension/adverse and arrow dynamics and that is also part of the cervical radiculopathy clinical prediction rule.

In this video, we explore the Cluster of Laslett, a test item cluster used in the diagnosis of SI joint dysfunction. Specifically, I explain and demonstrate the following special tests: thigh thrust, distraction, sacral thrust, and...

In this video, I demonstrate and explain correct technique for quad sets and the straight leg raise (SLR) along with one good progression of the exercise.

A boy will point to his body parts.<br/>
Body Parts & Grooming, Part 8

Wai Lana demonstrates exercises that tone buttocks and thighs and strengthen arms and abs. She also explains all the benefits of the Shoulderstand.

Wai Lana shows you a trio of backbends to keep you in tip-top shape. You’ll strengthen your back, give your digestive system a boost, and improve your overall health.

In this video, we will learn how to take a bath.<br/>
Body Parts & Grooming, Part 5

Half of it, that is. This breathing technique energizes the body, soothes jangled nerves and sharpens the mind. Wai Lana shows you a different way to do Shoulderstand, too.

Don’t let a weak back hold you back. Strengthen it!

In this video, we explore the sartorius muscle including origins, insertions, actions, and innervation.

In this video, we explore the structure and functions of the fascia lata, the IT band, and the tensor fascia lata (TFL) including origins, insertions, actions, and innervation.

Riding an imaginary bike, balancing on one leg, Bridge, and Warrior all strengthen and tone the legs. Other asanas loosen the hips and knees and stretch the thighs and hamstrings.