Maintaining 'Neutral Spine' and keeping your spine in optimal alignment is crucial when participating in an exercise program. This helps to reduce the risk of injury and allows the muscles to perform at their best during the workout.

In addition to injury prevention, maintaining neutral spine will allow the nerves that exit your spinal column maximal space and minimizing any pinching or compromise that may occur with repetitive bending and twisting.

Key Lesson Concepts:

• Maintaining Neutral Spine will minimize your chance of injury
• Keeping your back straight during exercise allows optimal muscle balance throughout your upper and lower body
• Maintaining Neutral Spine will allow the nerves exiting your spinal column an optimal environment to work properly and decreases your chance of pinching and compromise

Lesson Summary

Maintaining a 'Neutral Spine' while exercising is crucial for optimal alignment and injury prevention. Here are key points to remember:

• Neutral Spine reduces the risk of injury and enhances muscle performance during workouts.
• It provides maximal space for spinal nerves, minimizing pinching or compromise from repetitive movements.
• Keeping your back straight ensures optimal muscle balance between the upper and lower body.