
Yoga for the Spine
Overview
It is said in eastern culture that you are only as healthy as your spine is flexible. The spine is the core of the body, and it is very important. Further, our the modern-day spine takes a beating these days through poor sitting habits. This flow is designed to move the spine in all four (or six depending on how you look at it) major directions — extension, flexion, lateral movement, and rotational movement. Lateral and rotational movement can be each counted twice for left and right.
Poses / Exercises
Supine Centering
Spinal Flossing
Alternate Knees-to-Chest and Bridge Pose
Spinal Flossing — Level 2
Knees-to-Chest Pose
Static Bridge Pose
Supine Scorpion Twist
Supine Rainbow Twist
Prone Scorpion Twist (Optional)
Transition to Standing
Standing Twists
Lateral Bending
Standing Backbend
Forward Fold
Mountain Pose
Benefits
Better Posture
Computer Strain Relief
Emotional Release
Enhanced Proprioception
Ergonomic Awareness
Improved Spinal Flexibility
Increased Energy Levels
Increased Range of Motion
Injury Prevention
Reduced Back Pain
Strengthened Spine
