Former yoga teacher in Wellington New Zealand
In parsvottanasana if the pelvis isn’t in the right position, you’ll find almost no stretch and may feel back pain. But to find the right position, can be very particular. This article explores a number of small adjustments to help you find the sweet spot.
This variation on the traditional lunge helps stretch the hamstrings, hips and buttocks.
I regularly refer to this pose as one of my favourites and an excellent stretch for trampers. It’s designed to stretch the back of your legs including hamstrings and calves, as well as the outer muscles of the hip joint
Parsvottanasana is often translated into English as the ‘intense side stretch pose.’ It is an intense and excellent stretch, often for the hip and glutes as well as the hamstring, but the alignment is a bit specific. You’ll know when
Child’s pose or balasana is a resting pose – often we come in to this pose in class to catch our breath. It’s also very calming as it turns your focus inward, shuts out distractions, and allows you to slow
Prasarita padottanasana offers ways to stretch and move your upper torso, shoulders and back.