Watch this tutorial to understand how to engage the midback in handstands.
Read moreTutorial - flip the dog
Flip downward-facing dog into Urdhva Dhanurasana (upward bow or bridge pose). This is an advanced transition that requires spinal mobility, shoulder, wrist and hip flexors flexibility.
Read moreTutorial - astavakrasana
Astau - eight, vakra - crooked, twisted, curled. This arm balance is a core-strengthening twist that requires hamstring flexibility.
Read moreTutorial - kasyapasana
In this tutorial on kasyapasana we focus on all elements of this challenging side plank: external hip rotation, shoulder mobility and twisting for binding.
Read moreTutorial - back bends explained
In this tutorial, we talk about the myofascial meridians that are involved in the practice of back bending. We cover lateral, spiral, superficial front and back lines.
Read moreTutorial - PNF stretch for back bends
Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation is my latest favourite way to stretch. We actively engage in forward-bend (not using hands) for 10 seconds, followed by a backbend of 8 seconds. Doing three to four rounds usually delivers the best results.
Read moreTutorial - stepping forward
Learn how to engage your core when stepping forward for lunge or virabhadrasana. Mastering transitions like these makes your practice light and effortless.
Read moreTutorial - vishwamitrasana
Combine the compass pose and side plank in this super challenging pose. For a blooper, head to this IG post - I hope this will make you smile. Watch Compass Pose as well as Side Plank tutorials before you attempt this pose.
Read moreTutorial - side plank
Practice correct alignment and stacking of shoulders, hips and legs in side plank while working at the wall.
Read moreTutorial - bakasana to sirsasana transition
Learn how to safely transition from crane pose (bakasana) to tripod headstand (tripod headstand).
Read moreTutorial - prasarita padottanasana A and C
Master this standing forward bend of Prasarita Padottanasana A and C
Read moreTutorial - bad back habits 4 (exercising)
This is part one of four videos on bad back habits. Watch this tutorial to make sure that you exercise safely for your back.
Read moreTutorial - bad back habits 3 (standing)
This is part one of four videos. In this tutorial, we talk about bad back habits, and in particular - when standing.
Read moreTutorial - bad back habits 2 (sleeping)
This is part one of four videos. In this tutorial, we talk about bad back habits, and in particular - when sleeping.
Read moreTutorial - bad back habits 1 (sitting)
This is part one of four videos. In this tutorial, we talk about bad back habits, and in particular - when sitting.
Read moreTutorial - tripod headstand
Learn how to practice a tripod headstand. Make sure that you first test how pressure against the head and neck feels with knees off the floor. If it’s unpleasant work with your knees down. Use the wall if you can’t balance on your own. Necks are precious, so take good care!
Read moreTutorial - eka pada koundinyasana
Play with sideway crane pose (parsva bakasana) and eka pada koundinyasana. Both uber funky arm balances that require strong core and arms as much as a very twisty spine.
Read moreTutorial - 5 exercises for bakasana
Try these five exercises that will help you understand the many actions we need to perform in bakasana (crane pose). We look at hip flexion, activating of serratus anterior muscles, core strengthening, and shifting of the weight into our arms.
Read moreTutorial - 5 PNF stretches
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation or PNF has become my favourite way to stretch muscles. Try these five exercises that target hip flexors, hamstrings, shoulders, side body, and external hip rotation.
Read moreTutorial - shoulders in handstand
Check your shoulder ROM (range of motion) to understand how it will affect your pincha mayurasana or handstands. Try my two favourite shoulder stretches to improve your shoulder mobility.
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