Covid-19 Recovery: A suggested Yoga Program from the IY (UK) Therapy Committee, Part2 – Seated
This second session of this series covers supported seated positions. Short Course Covid19 Recovery: A Suggested Yoga Program from the IY (UK) Therapy Committee. Level: Experienced beginners, Intermediate, Gentle Duration: 50min. Props needed: This is a prop-intensive session, chair, firm blankets/ bolster, blocks. Household objects may easily be used as props in this session: a […]
The Muscle Conversation: Listening and Responding to Subtle Cues
When we try to exercise a part of the body (or the breath or mind) we are necessarily trying to control or regulate that part. An asana, on the other hand, is a two-way process, where one is constantly engaged in interaction with the body (or breath or mind). We don’t just try to regulate, […]
Anatomical Understanding of Lumbar Back, for the Beginner Level, Experienced as Preparation for Forward Extensions
The first segment of this session uses a video aid for an anatomical understanding of the spine, with focus on the lumbar (lower back) area. The second segment is a an experience of some spinal movements, and also an exploration of the use of arms in controlling these lateral and extension movements of the spine. […]
Half Lotus (Ardha Padma) Asanas for the Intermediate Level
the ardha padma leg position – taking one leg in the padmasana position – is not merely a halfway stop to full padmasana. There are many asanas that are based on the ardha padma position. This session draws interesting connections with standing asanas as preparatory positions, and then explores some of these ardha padma (half […]
Use of Chair in Asana Practice: Forward Extensions and Twists
Forward extensions and twisting actions can feel inaccessible and cause back discomfort for those who are stiff. In both cases, using the chair provides better access to these asanas. Level: Experienced Beginner, Gentle Duration: 70 mins. Props needed: Chair, bolster, blanket, blocks, access to a wall
Control and Precision in Shoulders and Shoulder Blades: Refining Forward Extensions (Virabhadrasana3)
Understanding the role of the shoulder-complex in forward extensions. This session includes some interesting use of a block to understand the connection of the arms to the shoulders. Level: Experienced Beginner Duration: 60min Props needed: blocks, belt, chair and access to a wall
Control and Precision in Shoulders and Shoulder Blades: Refining Forward Extensions (Vasisthasana)
Understanding the role of the shoulder-complex in forward extensions. This action is sought to be understood by breaking it down into simple steps, and then integrating it into a simplified vasistasana. Level: Intermediate Duration: 75min This recording is part of the Short Course Active Preparation Culminating in Quiet Seated Forward Extensions (Short Course; Level: Intermediate).
Active Preparation Culminating in Quiet Forward Extensions: Audio Video Hybrid Session
An audio-video hybrid session. The first part of the session prepares for forward extensions through active twists and dorsal thoracic engagement. The second part of the session is in audio mode for a quiet experience of seated forward extensions. Level: Intermediate Duration: 75min Props needed: a long yoga strap, couple of blocks, few firm blankets […]
Gentle Abdominal Actions Through Forward Extensions
The intelligent use of abdomen in forwards extensions. the use of supports makes these actions suitable for most people. Level: Gentle, Intermediate, Experienced Beginner Duration: 60mins Tagwords: 60mins, forward extensions, forward bends, abdominal, core, abdomen, womens practice, props, supports, parsvottanasana, uttanasana, prasarita padottanasana.
Gently Done Lower Back Actions in Forward Extensions
The intelligent use of abdomen in forwards extensions. The use of supports makes these actions suitable for most people. Level: Gentle, Experienced Beginner Duration: 60mins Props required: blocks, belt, chair and access to a wall
