intercostals–are made to move with the “slide and glide” of breathing. But too much sitting, a lack of movement, excess coughing, or even a good night’s rest can tighten them, inhibiting our breath and freedom.The intercostals continues down into your obliques–the supportive side muscles of our core.
Our intercostals are responsible for side-bending, and contribute to our upright shape, breathing, and the complex movements of bipedal life.
Cross-body movements using these muscles, activate both sides of the brain, and studies have shown that using them can improve memory.
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