Improves Flexibility: Deep backbends stretch the front of the body, particularly the hip flexors, quadriceps, and abdominal muscles, while also lengthening the spine.

What are the benefits of backbends, or front body stretches, on a physical and emotional level? We go through some fundamental principles and techniques. Our spines are an incredible combination of …

ching in backbends. Acclimate the muscle spindles in this group by holding a shallower backbend such as Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (above) for several breaths before going into a deeper backbend, …

To protect against pinching in the low back, many teachers give cues to "scoop" or "tuck" the tailbone. But there's a better, more precise approach to safe backbending that engages cep tain key core …

How many backbends are needed to do to prepare for wheel pose? We need to first answer the question: What the heck is happening in a backbend?

THIS IS A MINI COURSE FOR ANYONE WANTING TO TAKE THEIR BACKBENDS TO THE NEXT LEVEL. WE WILL EXPLORE SOME FUN BUT CHALLENGING MOVEMENTS IN WAYS THAT …

In this exploration, we delve into the fundamentals and nuanced details of backbends and twists, uncovering the essential aspects that make these postures integral to a comprehensive yoga practice.