Back to Bliss: Nurturing the spine

This class is session 29 of the 30 Days program of Iyengar Yoga for Posture and Alignment.

It is invigorating and targets different parts of the body, giving a well-rounded experience. We will have seated and standing poses with twists, arm extensions, and even a handstand practice and end with Ustrasana, a heart-opening pose that activates the entire back body.

The session is sequenced in a mindful way, making the flow harmonious and encouraging practitioners to explore their range of motion, build strength, and cultivate balance. In the latter part of the class, the focus shifts to relaxation and rejuvenation. You will be guided into inversions, starting with Halasana, where we experience the gentle inversion of the body, calming the mind and promoting a sense of tranquility. We will conclude with Setu Bandha Sarvangasana and savasana to connect with the breath and unwind as we lie on our backs and open our chests.

This sequence of inversions promotes improved blood circulation and offers a moment of introspection. Altogether, the session provides a holistic experience, addressing physical vitality, mental clarity, and emotional well-being in a balanced and thoughtful way.

Poses in This Session

Ardha uttanasana

Dandasana

Bharadvajasana

Dandasana

Utthita Marichyasana

Tadasana

…Urdhva Hasta

….Baddha Gullyiasana

Vrksasana

Utthita Trikonasana

Utthita Parsvakonasana

Utthita Parsvakonasana 47:00

Virabhadrasana 11

Parvritta Trikonasana

Forward Virasana

Ustrasana

Halasana

SetuBanda Sarvangasana

Savasana legs on chair