Back & Core Massage Techniques and Tutorials

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Build practical bodywork skills while exploring the muscles, movement patterns, and anatomy that support posture, breathing, spinal mobility, and core stability. These tutorials cover the erector spinae, trapezius, quadratus lumborum, intercostals, rectus abdominis, and other key structures involved in tension, support, movement, and coordination throughout the torso.

The Erector Spinae Group — Let's Rock

Understanding Spinal Support & Movement

Learn about the erector spinae muscles that support posture, spinal movement, and stability throughout the back. Explore massage techniques, anatomy, and bodywork strategies designed to improve mobility, reduce tension, and support healthy movement patterns.

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The Trapezius: A Complex Fan of Contractile Tissue

Understanding Neck Tension & Shoulder Mechanics

Explore upper, middle, and lower trapezius massage techniques designed to reduce neck tension, improve posture, and support shoulder mobility. Learn anatomy, trigger point patterns, and practical bodywork strategies for treating this large and often overworked muscle group.

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Quadratus Lumborum: Muscles Bound By Love... I Mean Fascia

How the QL Influences Gait, Stability & Low Back Tension

The quadratus lumborum plays a major role in low back stability, side bending, gait, and posture. Explore QL massage techniques, anatomy, and movement relationships to better understand tension patterns, pelvic mechanics, and chronic low back discomfort.

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Intercostals — The Paradox of the Intercostals

Understanding Rib Movement & Breath Mechanics

You might be familiar with the Ship of Theseus. But do you know about the Paradox of the Intercostals? They both involve planks. And they both raise some interesting questions. Take a moment to compare Theseus’ Paradox to the quandary that are the intercostal muscles. Whether you prefer to watch, listen, read or earn CE credits, we've got musings, knowledge and insights designed to help you forge your own path.

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Rectus Abdominus: The Quilted Belly Protector

Working with the Core, Breath & Front Body Mechanics

Explore rectus abdominis massage techniques designed to improve abdominal mobility, posture, breathing mechanics, and core stability. Learn anatomy, bodywork strategies, and practical applications for working with the front of the torso.

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