Mindful Movement. Standing on one leg

Watch this video and notice the difference between standing well-supported, on the top of the hip joint, and translating the pelvis excessively to one side.

Sometimes we call this movement strategy "jotting out the hip," "sashaying," or "hanging or sitting on the hip." The problem with such movement is that it lowers the center of mass and, therefore, lowers the potential energy of our body. Movements become more difficult, awkward, and cumbersome. Practice strengthening the hip muscles by standing and walking on the top of your hip and sense the difference yourself!