Today I was doing what I am calling the modified planking. Just leaning forward against something in a seated position. When I do this I feel like I am able to better feel a stretch on my back that I cannot feel standing vertically nor do I feel like I have the ability to sense these stretches doing the normal planking.

I started standing back on April 12th.  Looking back on that time I am both stuck by how much progress I have made and how much more work I have to do. I have been through a few "seasons" of feelings about my practice.  At first I was very excited and progress was quick and easy.  My body was changing quite quickly and I was feeling better almost every day.

A little while back I was traveling for work, flying to Washington DC.  While on the flight I got up to use the bathroom.  While standing in line, I really noticed how effective the stabilizer system is.  With each bump or movement of the plane my body instantly adjusted to stay upright.  I activated my foot couple and payed close attention to the effortless adjustments my ankles, knees, hips, and tendons were making.  They all adjusted instantly and without any feelings of effort or input from me.