Intermediate Iyengar Yoga- Abdominal Stability and Tone

Abdominal strength can also be described using the term “core stability.” Core stability refers to the ability of the muscles in the abdominal region, lower back, and pelvic area to work together to provide support and maintain proper alignment of the spine and pelvis during various movements and activities.

Having good core stability is essential for overall functional health and is often and is important for improving balance, and posture, and reducing the risk of injury. It’s important to note that core stability encompasses more than just raw strength; it involves the coordination, endurance, and control of these muscles to maintain stability and prevent excessive motion or strain on the spine.

So, instead of solely focusing on “abdominal strength,” understand the importance of “core stability” to focus on a more comprehensive experience of the role these muscles play in supporting the body during daily activities and your practice.

Poses in this session

Jathara Parivartanasana

Supta Padangustasanna 1 Prep

Supta Padangustasana

Urdhva Prassarita Padasana

Supta Padangustasana 111

Seated forward bend; Parsva

Ubaya Padangustasana

Baddha Konasana

forward- Adho Muka

Paripuna Navasana

Urdhva Hasta /Dandasana

Paschimottasana

Ardha Navasana

Paschimottasana

Ubaya Padangustasana

Paschimottasana

Parvritta Janu Sirsasana

Janu Sirsasana

Parvritta Janu Sirsasana

Janu Sirsasana Dandasana

Paryankasana

Supta Virasana

Adho Mukha Savasana

Uttanasana

Adho Mukha Savasana

Adho Mukha Vrksasana

Resting Uttanasanna

Halasana

Savasana