A Holistic Paradigm for Movement and Self-Healing

For decades, Liz Koch has studied the principles of Core Awareness, which utilizes attention to inner sensation as the key to unlocking the full potential of the human body. In this revised edition of her book, Koch shares her vast knowledge and provides movements, stretches, and mindfulness explorations designed to enhance sensory development and shift readers from the standard paradigm of the body as an “isolated object” to a holistic paradigm of the human being as part of a living process of dynamic expression.

This empowering model for self-healing offers practitioners and teachers of movement, yoga, pilates, bodywork, exercise, and dance a powerful tool for becoming stronger, more flexible, and more resilient. By engaging the psoas muscle, located on either side of the spine, individuals can integrate the body, mind, emotion, and spirit, unlocking a deeper sense of connection and balance.

The pelvis, as the foundation of our physical core, plays a crucial role in gaining a sense of support, nourishment, joint integrity, skeletal balance, and healthy muscle tone. Koch’s approach highlights the importance of understanding the pelvis as a vital connection with our bones, and provides practical exercises and explorations to help readers develop a deeper awareness of this critical area.

What’s New in This Revised Edition

This updated edition includes 247 new photos and 25 new Core Awareness explorations, taking the total to 64. A suggested reading list at the end of the book provides resources for continuing the development of the ideas presented within the book, ensuring that readers have a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to draw upon.