Forearm stand provides all the sensations and benefits of going upside down, but without pressure in the wrists and hands, you might experience in Handstand. In this video, we explore:
- Setting up forearm stand at the wall for your unique body proportions
- Hand grip variations you can try that will allow you to press down into the floor
- How to use a strap and a block for extra stability in the pose
Props to try: Wall. Block. Strap.
Benefits
- Strengthens the arms, shoulders, upper back and core muscles
- Changes your perspective
- Challenges balance
- Increases confidence
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Forward Fold / Uttanasana
You can practice yoga whether you can touch your toes or not. Learn to adapt forward fold to meet the needs of your body including how to:
- Employ blocks to bring the floor to you
- Walk your hand down the wall for support as you fold forward
- Use a chair when yoga blocks are not availablePro...
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Wide-Angled Seated Forward Fold / Upa...
Wide-Angle Seated Forward Fold can be delicious if you know how to adapt the pose to your body. In this video we explore how to:
- Use a block to raise your hips or bring the floor to you, providing a place to rest your head
- Find ease in the pose using a chair to support the upper body
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Head to Knee Forward Fold / Janu Sirs...
Head to Knee Forward Fold is an asymmetrical seated forward fold that can seem daunting until you realize you don’t have to put your head on your knee! In this video, we explore ways to make Head to Knee Forward Fold accessible for your body, including how to:
- Use props to raise the hips and ti...
