Look at These Shoulders

Mon, 02/15/2010 - 16:15 — Eric Jennings

Take a look at the shoulders in this image of Yoga Asana Champion Kasper van den Wijngaard as he moves into Standing Bow Pulling Pose.

Do you see what we mean when we say to start this posture by saying, "arm up in front of you, chin close to the shoulder"? Kasper's shoulders are in alignment even before he comes forward. Also notice how his right hip isn't turning out to the side.

Don't make the mistake of thinking that because Kasper is an advanced practitioner this kind of alignment isn't possible for you in your average body.

Click the picture to see a larger animated image of Kasper as he moves into the posture.

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Wed, 04/28/2010 - 17:59 — stuart.brown9

Give Yourself Respect

Recently I had a chance to experience something that instructors have said over and over "listen to your body". I was late for class (no time for my usual warm up) and feeling bad from a poor night sleep and my mood was low. Nonetheless, I just said to myself before class, "Well, I'll just go at the pace my body dictates." I had one of the best practices I have had in a long time. Obviously, I let go of my expectations and relaxed with where my body was. It was an amazing change for me. Hope I can learn to do this always.