Back Arches: How to Warm-up, Cool Down, and Use Supports

Back arches are not just an important category in asanas, they are an invaluable part of our movement vocabulary for a healthy life. However, bending backwards is something that many of us have lost touch with in our adult lives. This session starts with a preparatory phase to prepare the arms, legs, and the back, to start arching. Supports are shown for many of the back arches. The session ends with long-ish ‘release’ part where any strains or stresses due to the back arches can be taken care of.

Level: Experienced beginners

Duration: 90min

Props needed: 2 blocks, yoga strap, a sturdy chair, access to a wall, firm blankets/ bolster for adjusting the height of the seat