Asana: Your Physical Practice

In exploration of asana (our physical practice experienced through yoga postures/poses), we are able to invite the advantages of proper alignment and depth to engagement into the practice.  Within the member portal, you have access to a library of asanas/postures that have been broken down with alignment and engagement aspects highlighted for the learning yogi in us all.

Forward Bends 

Functions of Forward Bends:
  • Forwards bends are generally calming and cooling postures.  The level in which they are calming/cooling varies depending on if the posture is being practiced in more of a yin or a yang style.  Learn more by watching the Standing Forward Fold video.
  • Forward bends are supportive of introspection (turning/bending inward) and are soothing to the nervous system.
  • Forward bends stimulate the internal organs and increase circulation to the pelvic organs
  • Forward bends stretch the entire backside of the body including the spine, hips, and hamstrings
Key Points & Considerations:
  • Lengthen the spine before and during the fold (resist the urge to collapse)
  • Hinge from the hip joints so as to include the key points of the postures (View Seated Forward Fold for more information)
  • When you have settled into your 'final' posture, it is then okay to rest through the spine if seeking a more restorative experience
  • Be mindful of breath and maintaining space through the chest and front body