Day 6 of #MermaidYogis is knee to nose, in some traditions called tiger pose. Like day 5, this is a pose that can be made more or less intense depending on your needs. Knee to Nose Variations Start with dropped knees (table pose). Inhale, extend right leg behind you. Exhale, round through the upper […]
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Day 5 #MermaidYogis: High Plank
We’ve got lots of options for day 5 of #MermaidYogis. High Plank is one of those great poses that gives us lots of room for adding challenge or simplifying for less heat. The video demonstration on Instagram today shows a moderate intensity core workout – high plank toe taps. High Plank Variations (in order […]
#MermaidYogis Day 4: Supine Crow
Day 4 of #MermaidYogis is changing our perspective! Gain the mechanics of flight while laying comfortably on your back in supine crow! This pose may seem mellow, but you’ll be surprised at the deep core integration that must happen to hold this properly. Supine Crow: Lay on your back with arms and legs extended. […]
#MermaidYogis Day 3: Low Boat
Get ready to fire up your core! This seemingly simple pose will have you engaging all your abdominal muscles and building heat in the body in no time. Low Boat Extensions Start lying on your back. Bring legs together, and reach arms up overhead. Inhale as you extend through arms and legs. Exhale, wrap arms […]
#MermaidYogis Day 2: Staff Pose
Day 2 of #MermaidYogis is Staff Pose with optional roll-downs if you want to make this a dynamic core workout. Remember to tailor your practice to your body and your needs. Staff Pose: Sit comfortably with both legs extended in front of you. Flex the toes towards your face. Lengthen through the spine and press […]