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fromYoga Journal
2 weeks ago

Unsteady in Warrior 3? Here's How to Find Your Balance.

Warrior 3 strengthens the entire body, requires precise pelvic alignment for balance, and prepares the spine and legs for backbends and deeper practices.
fromYogaRenew
1 month ago

A Class Sequence to Improve Flexibility (Yin Yoga)

Arrival & Breath (5 minutes) How to: Begin seated or lying on your back with support under your head if needed. Close your eyes. Take 5-10 deep breaths. Let your shoulders soften, your belly soften. Set an intention for the practice-perhaps "ease," "space," or "openness." (3-5 minutes) How to: Come to a comfortable seated position. Bring the soles of the feet together and let your knees fall to the sides (or widen your legs).
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fromYoga Journal
1 month ago

Got Lower Back Pain? These 10 Gentle Stretches Can Provide Relief.

Gentle, decompressive yoga poses with breath and core engagement relieve and protect a sensitive lower back better than intense backbends.
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fromYogaRenew
2 months ago

4560min Prenatal Yoga Sequence

A gentle, accessible yoga sequence progressing from breath-centered centering through cat/cow, standing balance with props, chest-opening backbends, and seated hip openers.
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fromYoga Journal
4 months ago

Backbends Aren't So Scary When You Know These 3 Things

The secret to effective backbends is strength, spaciousness, and breath, not merely flexibility.
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