Bend and Rotate - Intermediate Backbends and Twists

Bend and Rotate - Intermediate Backbends and Twists Backbends and twists help to improve the flexibility and strength of the spinal column. This yoga sequence, taught by Lin, is a shortened version of one of the virtual classes we are teaching at the Maidstone Yoga Centre, which is closed during this outbreak of Coronavirus. If you would like access to the full class, CLICK THIS LINK TO REGISTER AT THE CENTRE. https://www.iyengar-yoga.co.uk/ YOUR FIRST CLASS IS FREE when booking. We have a Zoom discussion for those who want to join us. This sequence is Intermediate yoga, for those who have an established, mature practice and are ready to tackle some of the more challenging poses).. Have a look at our other video for Beginners Yoga routines, (for those who are new to the subject), This sequence comprises the following poses: Purvottanasana Bhujangasana utkatasana Gomukasana in Virabhadrasana 1 Parivritta Prasarita Padottanasana You need your mat, a chair,, two yoga bricks and maybe a belt. If you find any of the poses difficult, you can look the poses up in our Yoga Pose Directory, which we are adding to all the time.These tutorials will teach the poses in more detail and sometimes with extra props. If you want to try Yoga with Lin and Leo's 19 Days of Yoga series, check out our Playlist: http://bit.ly/2kf1Vou Or our 13 Days of yoga: http://bit.ly/2oYRTdc Or our latest, 18 Days of Yoga https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLTwDvdKnrC4Lq0GLKne5_3xC951vukoT Yoga practice can improve strength and flexibility and yoga for back pain relief and the efficacy of long-term yoga practice for weight loss has been supported by many studies. Join Yoga with Lin and Leo for safe, detailed instruction from experienced Iyengar yoga teachers. Although we would always suggest that you find a certified Iyengar yoga teacher so that you can attend a class near you, this channel has yoga sequences to help you practice your yoga at home. Yoga is not a sport but regular practice of yoga sequences can improve fitness levels. Practiced correctly, yoga will stretch muscles and strengthen joints, as well as helping with mental and physical wellbeing. For our ebook, "Yoga for the Stiffer Body": https://www.amazon.co.uk/Yoga-Stiffer-Body-Inspirational-Accessible-ebook/dp/B01IYO67M8 Or our latest ebook, "Yoga for the Stressed Body." https://amzn.to/2XWp7q6 Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/craddock1310 For Iyengar yoga classes in the UK: https://iyengaryoga.org.uk/ Yoga is not just to increase your flexibility, strength and the general tone of your body; it has the capacity to increase mindfulness, improve your wellbeing and increase your mental resilience. Begin here to create a foundation for a home yoga practice. These free online yoga classes can be practiced at home; although we would always suggest you find a qualified Iyengar Yoga teacher near to you so you can attend a class. 04 04 21 MYC