Relaxation Yoga
Last updated: March 22, 2023, at 5:00 a.m. PT
Originally published: July 21, 2020, at 4:25 p.m. PT
Try this WOD (workout of the day)! Before starting any exercises, remember to warm up, stretch, and drink plenty of water.
Instructions
In a quiet space, spend 5-10 minutes in each posture. For more support and effortless postures, utilize blankets, pillows, yoga blocks, and yoga straps or a long towel.
Exercises
- Supta Baddha Konasana – Prop the back and head on bolsters or pillows. Bring soles of the feet together and use blocks/pillows under the knees.
- Upavista Konasana (Wide Leg Fold) – Extend legs as wide as possible, bend knees if needed and bring forehead to floor without adding a curve to the spine. Place bolster or pillow under chest and head for a more relaxing posture.
- Childs Pose – Spread knees wide with big toes touching. Use block or pillow to support head, if needed.
- Bridge Pose – Choose to hold posture or lift/lower hips when needed. Use a block or pillow under sacrum for support.
- Legs Up the Wall – Place legs up the wall, making sure to have heals to hamstrings connect to surface. Utilize a blanket or pillow under lower back for more support. Posture can be done off the wall with a strap or long towel around the soles of the feet.
- Savasana – Lay silently in meditation to end your practice. Place a rolled up blanket under your shoulders or knees for extra support.
Locations:
Auburn Valley YMCA
Bellevue Family YMCA
Coal Creek Family YMCA
Dale Turner Family YMCA
Downtown Seattle YMCA
Matt Griffin YMCA
Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA
Northshore YMCA
Sammamish Community YMCA
Snoqualmie Valley YMCA
University Family YMCA
West Seattle & Fauntleroy YMCA
Kent YMCA
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Mind & Body
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