Feet, Toes, Ankles: Stability and Mobility
The previous session in this Short focussed on mobility aspect of the lower extremities, in this session, we add the strengthening/ load bearing aspect as well. Most of the positions involve moving the ankles and feet, but also bearing the weight of the body. Level: Beginner, Experienced Beginner Duration: 60mins Props required: belt, blocks, access […]
Feet, Toes, Ankles: Simple Conditioning Drills and Asanas for All Levels
The session is in two segments. in the first segment, there are simple drills for the feet, ankles and toes that can be attempted by anyone – these are not classical asana positions. In the second segment, we attempt a few standing asanas with additional supports and additional focus on the feet, to explore the […]
Increasing Mobility and Stability Challenge for the Ankles – Part1
This session is a progression from the previous session. It works on the ankle joint through a series of standing asanas. Blocks are used to challenge the balance and the stability at the ankles, and also to increase the range of movements. Level: Experienced Beginner, Intermediate Duration: 60min Props needed: a couple of blocks, a […]
New Movements and Connections for Feet, Ankles and Hips
In this session we explore some new movements and connections of the feet/ankle/ hips. The effects of these actions are then experienced in familiar asanas. These movements might be new to you – be a little careful if you have knee and ankle injuries. Level: Intermediate Duration: 70min This session may be done as a […]
Stability and Mobility of the Feet: Toes, Ankles, Arches and More (Short Course, Level: Intermediate)
Healthy feet mean: – mobile and resilient ankles – good balance – quality of arches – prevention of conditions of the feet like plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, bunyans – better posture In the context of asana progression, feet are not just important in standing asanas, they are an important ingredient in other other asanas (virasana, padmasana, […]
Not Front, Not Back, On the Side: Exploration of the Lateral Body (Short Course; Level Experienced Beginner)
Our conception of our bodies ourselves is often 2-dimensional – we are aware to an extent of our fronts, and to a lesser extent of our backs, but the awareness along the sides of the body is very hazy. Our limbs – the arms and the legs – are attached to the sides of the […]
Deep Dive into Parivrtta Trikonasana: The Revolved Triangle
Parivrtta trikonasana is one of the most complex asanas taught at the beginner level classes. This session session takes a deep dive into this asana. In 3 parts: Part 1: Preparation Part 2: Parivrtta trikonasana explanation of the variables, and how to negotiate them Part 3: follow-along Level: Beginner, experienced beginner Duration: 45min. Props needed: […]
Surya Namaskara: An Adapted Practice Using Supports, Part3
This is the third and the last part of an adaptation of the surya namaskar for a gentler practice. Level: Gentle Duration: 50 mins Props needed: yoga strap, blocks, a stack of firm blankets/ bolster, access to a wall This recording is part of the Short Course Constructing and De-constructing Surya Namaskar (Short Course, Level […]
Gentle Relief for Wrists and Elbows from Mobile Phones, Laptops and other Electronic Gadget Use
This session is mostly drills to bring relief to our abused wrists/elbows/shoulders, from over-use of electronic gadgets. These actions are good by themselves, and also good preparation for asanas where wrist/ elbow/shoulder strength is called for. Can be attempted by all levels. Level: All levels Duration: 60mins Props required: blankets, couple of blocks, access to […]
Fixing Arms in Place for Anantasana and Vasisthasana Adaptations
Often, there is more focus on moving the arms, pushing or pulling with the arms. This session explores the hidden power in fixing the arms in place – this stabilises the shoulders and indeed, the entire upper back – in standing asanas, and works up towards bearing weight on the shoulders and arms. Level: Experienced […]
