Do you remember Tang Yuzhe, who revealed last year that he had a child out of wedlock 11 years ago? Recently, he was spotted with a mixed-race girlfriend, Su Xiaoxuan, and a child who seems to be around two years old, appearing to be a family of three. However, Tang Yuzhe proposed to Su Xiaoxuan on a variety show only four months ago, so the real question arises: Who is the mother of the child? Su Xiaoxuan later posted intimate photos with the child on social media, hinting that she is the mother. Tang Yuzhe responded by stating that this is his private matter and he does not wish to make it public.
Public opinion varies regarding such a celebrity. Especially since Su Xiaoxuan is not only young and beautiful but also talented, and 13 years younger than Tang Yuzhe, many people wonder why she would choose a male partner like him.
Moreover, many yoga beginners do not understand the importance of rotating the pelvis in yoga practice. Proper pelvic movement is crucial when doing yoga. For instance, a forward bend requires an anterior tilt of the pelvis, while a backbend requires a posterior tilt. Without understanding these basic movement principles, one’s practice could be less effective and could even lead to issues like back pain.
For example, in the process of a forward bend, if the body bends forward from the waist instead of being led by the pelvis, the bend’s range can be limited and the waist overburdened. The correct movement of the hip joint should involve bending, not spinal flexing.
To master the correct movement of the pelvis, beginners can practice Cat-Cow Pose. This not only helps to feel the proper movement of the spine and pelvis but also promotes flexibility and stability of the body. Start on all fours, aligning wrists under shoulders and knees under hips, with abdominal strength maintaining a flat back. As you breathe, the back will alternate between Cat and Cow positions, and this practice allows for experiencing the extension of the spine and correct rotation of the pelvis, thereby enhancing the effects of yoga poses.
Not just Cat-Cow Pose, but Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend also helps to experience the anterior tilt of the pelvis, both are great choices for yoga practice.
Sitting: Extend the legs forward, use the hands to move the buttocks back and up, ensuring the sitting bones are firmly on the cushion, which helps prevent posterior tilting of the pelvis.
Leg Extension: While keeping the spine upright, open the legs to a 90-120° angle, with no need to over-pursue the angle. It’s important to maintain sitting bone contact with the ground. Toes point to the sky, heels press down without lifting off the ground, using the soles of the feet to help extend the legs forward.
Hand Position: Hands on hips, the index finger and thumb can be placed near the anterior superior iliac spines to assist with positioning.
Hip Rotation: Rotate forward from the hips, bringing the abdomen closer to the ground, and ensure the buttocks maintain contact with the ground. Here, you can perform small sways to enhance the sensation of bending forward. The normality of pelvic rotation depends on the extension of the spine, as it connects through the sacrum and adjusts position with the help of the hip joints.
Inguinal Facilitation: Try starting from a standing position, bend your knees and fold, initiating the force from the inguinal region. Use a towel to help increase awareness and practice small amplitude bouncing to enhance strength. At the same time, it is necessary to note that the tension levels of the inguinal, posterior thigh muscles, and buttock muscles all affect the rotation of the pelvis.
Muscle Stretching: Perform stretches for the buttocks and the back of the thighs before practicing poses such as Downward Dog, Staff Pose, and Triangle Pose, and then practice Standing Forward Bend. The steps can be divided as follows:
- Stand with feet together or apart at the width of the pelvis, toes, and knees pointing forward.
- Inhale, raise your arms or support your hips, elongate the spine upward, while keeping the soles of your feet firmly on the ground.
- Exhale, bend forward from the hips, tilt the pelvis forward, and extend the upper body forward until the chest is parallel to the ground.
- Inhale, further stretch the spine.
- Exhale, continue to bend forward, press the heels down, lift the sit bones up, tighten the abdomen towards the thighs, elongate the back of the neck, place your hands on either side of the feet, elbows drawn in, shoulders pressed up.
6. Inhale, extend the spine, keep the back straight, and slowly rise to return to the standing position. If the entire movement cannot be completed, you can attempt a half-range motion without forcing the hands to reach the toes. We are looking for the sensation of the chest being snug against the knees.
During practice, some people may feel unstable and lean forward due to insufficient strength in the anterior thigh muscles. At this point, you can use a yoga block for assistance, placing the block directly under the shoulders, supporting yourself on the yoga blocks and pressing upwards while keeping the back’s arch without collapsing.
It should be noted that if there are conditions such as lower back injury, tendon tears, sciatic nerve pain, or glaucoma, it is advised not to practice the aforementioned movements to avoid aggravating symptoms.
