Virabhadrasana1: The Twist and the Backarch in the Standing Asana
In this session, we start with twists, rise up into urdhva dhanurasana, dip down into parsvottanasana, and then lift back up into virabhadrasana I. Level – Experienced Beginner, Intermediate Duration – 60min This recording is part of the following Short Courses: Deep Dive – Virabhadrasana I (Short Course, Level – Experienced Beginner)and, Deep Dive – […]
The Wings of Virabhadrasana I: Role of the Arms
In this session, we start with activating the legs in supine positions, work with the arms in isolation, in dynamic actions. The two are then integrated into into virabhadrasana I Level: Experienced Beginner, Intermediate Duration: 60min Props needed: none Part of the following Short Courses: Deep Dive – Virabhadrasana I (Short Course, Level – Experienced […]
Progressions from Virabhadrasana I to Twists and Abdominals
Progressions from virabhadrasana I to abdominal actions and standing twists. Level – Experienced Beginner, Intermediate Duration – 60min Props needed: access to a wall, blocks (optional) Part of the Short Course Deep Dive – Virabhadrasana I (Short Course, Level – Experienced Beginner)
Progressions from Virabhadrasana1 to Parivrtta parsvakonasana, Eka Pada Setu Bandha Sarvangasana
Progressions from Virabhadrasana I to abdominal actions, standing twists and inversions. Level – Intermediate Duration – 75min Props needed: 2 blocks, yoga strap This recording is part of the Short Course Deep Dive – Virabhadrasana I (Short Course; Level – Intermediate)
Role of Shoulders and Arms in Back Arches (level Exp Beginner)
Exploring the full range of shoulder movements, delving deeper into role of arms in backward extensions. Level: Experienced Beginner, Beginner Duration: 60min Props needed: a yoga strap, a firm folded blanket for sitting, a sturdy chair
Steady and Dynamic Abdominals
A mix of steady asanas, and dynamic actions, both requiring use of abdominal engagement Level: Intermediate Duration: 75min Props needed: one strap, one or two firm blankets, a stack of blankets to set up sarvangasana This recording is part of the Short Course Short Course #1 for Abdomen: More than ‘Core’ (Level – Intermediate)
Moving the Arms and the Legs from a Steady Core: Balance, Roll, Revolve
Learning to use the muscles of the abdominal area: progression from the previous session with stronger arm and leg actions, and adding the challenges of balancing, rolling and revolving. Level: Experienced Beginner Duration: 60min Props required: yoga strap, blocks, a blanket This session is part of the Short Course Short Course #2 for Abdomen: Moving […]
Invigorating Standing Asanas for the First Week of the Month
This is a session of strong standing asanas practice. It covers most of the standing asanas, and ends in inversions and seated twists. The strong holds, no use of props, and the continuous progression from one asana to the next, makes it an intermediate level session. Level: Intermediate Duration: 75min Props required: minimal props are […]
‘Active’ and ‘Passive’ Actions to Strengthen Legs (Level Experienced Beginner)
As the seat of the largest muscles and bones in the body, the thighs built for strong actions. However, quite often, due to our limited range of actions, and due to aging, the thighs start losing their firmness. We explore the interesting concepts of ‘Active’ and ‘Passive’ muscular actions in this session. Level: Exp Beginner, […]
Anantasana
As the seat of the largest muscles and bones in the body, the thighs built for strong actions. However, quiet often, due to our limited range of actions, and due to aging, the thighs start losing their firmness. We explore the interesting concepts of ‘Active’ and ‘Passive’ muscular actions in this session. Leading up to […]
