Yoga with Sarah -The Practice of Feeling Good
An excellent complimentary class to Magic Sauce Hip Release, where we put our lengthening techniques into action. Explore dynamic range of motion and active stretching in this hip-focused practice. Begin with standing hip openers, sweep into lunge salutations, and lengthen with Warrior 2, Triangle, and Skandasana. No props
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If you are looking for the most effective, well rounded hip release practice; THIS IS IT. A hatha practice with smart techniques to release and open your hip complex. We explore subtle work to “push the right buttons” and find release without hanging on joints or pushing too far in the wrong direction. No props
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We round off our month of backbending support work with a simple flow. Smooth out and get into the sensations of your body while opening the shoulders, conditioning the hips, and lengthening the legs. We prepare with sun salutations and gentle twists, and continue our work with Dancer pose, Warrior 1, Ustrasana, and Bow pose. […]
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Our adductors and side body have a surprising role in our backbends. Adductors (inner thighs) also function as hip flexors and can be quite stiff in most bodies. Use this flow to open up and activate the inner thighs to expand your backbends intelligently. We’ll start with some adductor stretches, warm up with sun salutations, […]
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Your backbends need to be supported by your backside. So often we suffer from passive glutes and overactive hamstrings. This class examines the synergy between the two muscle groups and uses lunges, warrior 3, dancer pose, and locust to promote equilibrium in your backside. No props
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Backbends start with the posterior chain. This practice we take a look at the thoracic spine (mid back) and try some moves that give us a sense of strength and openness. We open with reclined twists and head into some lunge salutations with twists. Standing postures include Warrior 1, revolved half moon, and revolved chair. […]
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Backbends start with the posterior chain. In order to develop a backbend practice that feels good, we need to shift our attention to the mechanics rather than the look. We don’t need deep extension to build the longevity benefits of backbends, we need the strength. No Props
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If you do any yoga at all, the chances are high that you will run into a forward fold pose. Forward folds are great for lengthening the back body and creating space in the back of the hips and hamstrings. Here are a few tips on how to minimize discomfort and maximize your skill in […]
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Pigeon pose can be confusing. And often a no-go for our knees and hips. Watch this video to help you navigate modifications and alternatives to make the pose work for you. Props: none
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An exploration of forward folds and breath practice to lengthen the back of the body. Fold deeply to open the posterior chain (back, hips, and hamstrings). Apply the breath to deepen your folds, challenge your balance, and strengthen your standing folds. Props: a strap, blocks (optional)
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