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"Neutral Spine"

From Marguerite Ogle,
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Definition: Neutral Spine is the natural position of the spine when all body parts are in good alignment. When the spine is in neutral, the pelvis is neutral and the natural curves of the back, those of the cervical and lumbar spine, are maintained.
Also Known As: natural spine
Examples: When you do begin Pilates mat exercise, Pelvic Curl, you will want to be in neutral spine alignment.
Updated: January 23, 2007
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