Aligned and Well: Below the Belt for Men

Part lecture, part exercise demonstration, Below the Belt for Men features biomechanics expert Katy Bowman, who talks about how modern living is out of sync with the way the human body is engineered. Sitting as much as we do all day—and then moving in ways that conflict with the body's design—can lead to sexual dysfunction, disease, premature aging, and chronic pain, according to Bowman. The program focuses on the pelvis, noting that many of the daily habits of men, in particular, defeat the purpose of the area's bone structure. The pelvis, Bowman tells viewers, supports upper organs and allows muscles to stretch to their proper length, thus encouraging optimal circulation, proper nerve function, and uncluttered waste removal through the lymph system. Bowman goes into great detail about the relevant inner workings and prescribes five gentle exercises to gradually realign the body to promote biomechanical efficiency. DVD extras include a “Human Physics” lecture by Bowman and a printable exercise program. Informative—and potentially transformative—this is recommended. Aud: P. (T. Keogh)