Happy Back Yoga Tips
The secret ingredient to an every day happy lower back is open thighs – quadriceps, psoas (hip flexors), hamstrings.
If you are a runner, gardener, everyday life liver then your legs are getting worked! Muscles get tight and we lose range of motion if we don’t balance out with a little lengthening and strengthening.
Any of the poses listed below are great to help relieve every day back tension. Give them a try after a long hike, shoveling snow, a gardening session, or just general spring cleaning.
Remember, listen to your gut instincts and modify according to your needs.
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Tip#1 – Hips and Thighs Don’t Lie
High Lunge with Blocks
Do this when:
Your lower back is tight and achy.
Do this after:
Sitting at your desk or long car rides.
Tip #2 – The Calf Smasher!
Little Thunderbolt Variations – Vajrasana
Do this when:
Your shins and calves are yelling! No one likes shin splints.
Do this after:
A long hike, that quick run, or a night of dancing in high heels!
Tip #3 – Ribbit
The half frog – Ardha Bhekasana
Do this when:
You’re sleepy and need an energy boost! Or your lower back and mid back are feeling super tight.
Do this after:
Yard work, running, or long periods of sitting binge watching your favorite show!
Tip #4 – Shoot for the Moon
MODIFIED WARRIOR 1
Do this when:
You want to boost your confidence and feel strong. This will build your core and leg strength.
Do this after:
You’re warmed up from the previous poses.
Tip #5 – It’s Not Over Until the Pigeon Sings!
Variations on Pigeon II (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana II)
Do this when:
Your lower back is achy, when you need inspiration, or when you are getting ready to take a leap of faith.
Do this after:
Long periods of sitting.
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with love and light,
