Muscles and Meridians

The Wood Element governs growth, vision, and action, guiding us to move forward with clarity and adaptability.

In the body, this energy flows through the Liver and Gallbladder Meridians, influencing both inner stability and external movement.

When balanced, Wood energy allows us to make clear decisions, trust our direction, and flow with life’s challenges.

When stagnant or excessive, we may feel rigid, frustrated, or uncertain.

By working with these meridians through movement and awareness, we can restore flexibility—both physically and emotionally—and find a sense of flow, ease, and confidence in our choices.

Below, explore the pathways of the Liver and Gallbladder Meridians, their connections to key muscle groups, and simple ways to support their balance through targeted stretching and movement.

Pro tip: Use your hands to trace the channels along your body. What do you notice? Can you feel the energy? Imagine if you were wearing a wetsuit, and a part of the channel puckered—what else would be affected in your form?

LIVER MERIDIAN

Liver Meridian – Adaptability & Expansion

Muscles: Adductors (inner thighs), psoas, tibialis anterior

Function: Supports hip flexibility, emotional adaptability, and vision for the future.

Imbalances: Tight adductors = rigidity in movement & thought. Stagnation leads to frustration or lack of direction.

Stretch Focus: Inner thigh resistance stretches to enhance adaptability & emotional flow.