Mermaid is such a great exercise whether it is on the mat, Reformer, Cadillac, or chair. The side bending of the spine gives the vertebrae a wonderful opportunity to yawn and expand from side to side. This is so helpful in encouraging spinal articulation in all ways. By using the foam roller here as a device for activation as well as expansion, the Mermaid can be fine tuned and explored more deeply. Try this in your next mat class or private class, and see and feel the difference.

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