The rad thing about dophin pose is it’s nature as a triple threat yoga pose: it’s primary functions? Strengthening the shoulders and abdominals while stretching the hamstrings. It’s an awesome prep pose for both supported headstand and forearm stand. Dolphin Pose: Start in forearm plank. Clasp hands in front of you. Inhale deeply. Exhale […]
After a week of daily core work, this sphinx pose is a well deserved counter stretch for the abdominals. Day 8 of #mermaidyogis is a gentle heart opener that can be held for about a minute, breathing deeply the entire time. Sphinx Pose: From high plank, lower all the way down to the floor. […]
I sure hope you guys have been enjoying week one of the #MermaidYogis challenge – I’m amazed at the variety of yogis we have practicing along this time! It seems like there’s something for all levels, and today is no exception. Day 7 of #MermaidYogis is any side plank variation that calls to you. My […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Welcome to Day 1 of #Mermaid Yogis: Seated Sphinx pose. This pose fuses an easy seated forward fold and sphinx pose to provide a gentle opener for both heart and hips. Begin in a comfortable cross legged seated pose (sukhasana). Inhale and reach both arms up. Exhale, hinge at the hips and reach forward. Support […]
La Fete De Femmes n. French for “The Party of Women” We are incredibly stoked to be giving away one spot for the first annual “Fete De Femmes” retreat on the Central Coast of California. This October, join Stoked Yogi founder Amelia Travis and Rachel Perez of Whimsy & Wanderlust for a yoga retreat giveaway unlike […]