Video 439 | Yoga for Inflexible People: Hips (30 minutes) with Lauren EIrk
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19-Jun-2023
Many people think that Yoga is only for highly flexible people, especially due to the image that we see in marketing. However, with the use of Yoga props, we can make the postures accessible to everyone. Props make feel so much more comfortable, improving one's understanding of the pose.
We will start with a warm-up, followed by standing asanas with blocks to raise the floor to meet us. Transition into back bends, forward bends, and twists with plenty of modifications and cues. This practice will help with those with chronic pain, tight hips and mobility issues.
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Yoga Strap (6 Feet): https://amzn.to/3h8h7Ma
Yoga Mat: https://amzn.to/2ZDSMrH
Mexican Blanket (Yoga): https://amzn.to/3iGLoDE
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