Calling all you fabulous Yogis!
I've got a question for you! What's your favorite yoga posture and WHY?
Me? I've got five faves:
1. Salamba Setu Bandha Sarvangasana--Supported Bridge Pose is the bomb! It is one of those great postures that lengthens the low back (great for when my low back feels all "stuck"), adds space to the hip flexors and front thighs (to combat the shortening of muscles I get from sitting all the time), and opens the heart center (Helloooo energy boost!). Plus, yogis say it's great for the thyroid!
2. Viparita Karani--Legs Up The Wall is awesome because it relaxes my low back muscles, drains fluid from my feet/lower legs, grounds me, and sets me up for deep sleep. I also like to combine it with a neck stretch by rolling a towel and putting it under the curve of my neck (very good for getting rid of neck tension and helping with tightness in the jaw). Plus there are a bunch of variations!
3. Supta Matsyendrasana--Though a deep Reclining Twist (Reclined Lord of the Fishes) doesn't ALWAYS feel delicious for me personally, I CAN always feel a big ol' stretch in my superficial muscles, my deep muscles, and even in my guts! LOL! I know that sounds weird--but I've had a lot of pelvic surgeries and I feel like this posture really helps with loosening adhesions. Plus, for me, it helps keep digestion and elimination running smoothly because those deep twists are great for massaging your organs/intestines. Oh! And I LOVE how it stretches the outer hip and glute--THAT part IS always yummy!
4. Salamba Supta Baddha Konasana--Reclining Bound Angle Pose is delish! Always! Great for opening up the heart center and front of the shoulders, great for stretching the abdominals, great for relaxing the upper back, great for opening the hips, great for digestive issues! Just awesome all over!
5. Supta Kapotasana (AKA Supta Eka Pada Utkatasana)--Reclining Pigeon is just fabulous for times when I've worked out too hard! Great for the hip muscles and the glutes! Plus, it does wonders when my low back feels tight (and protects the spine at the same time!)
So those are mine! What are yours?
