10/29/2025
💡 Muscle Spotlight: The Psoas Major
The Psoas (pronounced 'so-as') is so much more than just a hip flexor—it’s considered a key connection point between our physical and emotional states.
Where is it?
The Psoas is your deepest core muscle. It’s the only muscle that connects your upper body (originating on the side of the lower vertebrae, from T12 to L5) to your lower body (inserting on the lesser trochanter of the femur).
Its Other Job: The "Muscle of the Soul"
Because of its proximity to the solar plexus, where many nerves related to stress and anxiety pass through, the Psoas is directly linked to your “fight-or-flight” response.
When we experience trauma or chronic stress, the body reflexively contracts the Psoas in a protective, fetal curl. If this tension is never released, the muscle stays short and tight.
Why TrulyGiftedTherapy Cares:
A tight, contracted Psoas can contribute to:
•Low Back Pain: It pulls the lower spine forward and down.
•Hip/Knee Pain: It alters gait and posture.
•Anxiety & Tension: It acts as a reservoir for unreleased stress and emotional history.
Simple Relief & Connection:
Ready to reconnect with and release your Psoas? Try a
Constructive Rest Position:
1. Lie on your back on the floor.
2. Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
3. Let your hands rest gently on your lower belly or sides.
4. Stay here for 5-10 minutes.
This position allows the psoas to passively release and encourages gentle, restorative breathing. Breathe deeply into your belly and notice any sensations or emotions that arise.
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