Try this simple, accessible, effective sequence to strengthen the entirety of your core: the anterior abdominals, iliopsoas, the rotational elements of the core, and the back of the core. YOGA SEQUENCE FOR CORE STRENGTH DETAILS Postures 1-4 are all reclined anterior-core strengtheners that are accessible and efficient. They also teach the neuromuscular coordination of the […]
This sequence of 12 poses is great for increasing strength along the whole posterior chain of the body — another way of saying this is that these yoga poses build back strength. (To go straight to the video breakdown, click here.) How to use this Yoga for Lower Back Sequence There are three different ways […]
Yoga provides solace and strength through its practices, especially when dealing with specific physical conditions in the upper body areas like the wrists, shoulders, etc. Yoga enhances flexibility, promotes relaxation, and improves overall well-being. However, for those with wrist issues, it can be both a blessing and a potential source of discomfort in certain poses. […]
Building leg strength is beneficial to maintaining stability, health and mobility of the knees and hips, and improving muscle strength all the way from the hips to the feet. Better lower body flexibility will help you achieve backbends, balancing poses and more with ease. Lower body strength is also beneficial in day-to-day life, allowing you […]
The vinyasas are probably the most strenuous part of the 1st Ashtanga Yoga series. At some point I gave up jumping through after each pose. But I want to slowly build up the strength to do the vinyasas again. I will use the method of small steps. On Friday I realized that I can hold […]
The next variation is the side planks. Sean places his top foot on the floor. This makes it easier to balance. But you don’t have to do this. For me, this pose is a preparation for Vasishasana, the first pose in the 3rd Ashtanga yoga series. I don’t want to make the balance any easier […]
Plank exercises can easily be incorporated into the sun salutations. It is a good idea to insert strength exercises before or after chaturanga dandasana. Ultimately, chaturanga dandasana is a plank position. The exercises are again taken from Sean Vigue’s book ’30 days of planks’. In today’s post, I present six more plank variations. 1st exercise: […]
What is Core Strength? Core strength plays an integral role in determining stamina, control, balance and energy in everyday life, yoga practice and pretty much any other workout. A strong core also supports the back, ensuring safety in activities from walking to sports, to sitting postures. The core doesn’t mean abs or 6-packs but includes […]
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