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Day 6 #MermaidYogis | Knee to Nose

Day 6 #MermaidYogis | Knee to Nose

Posted on: August 5th, 2015 by Amelia

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 […]

Day 5 #MermaidYogis: High Plank

Day 5 #MermaidYogis: High Plank

Posted on: August 4th, 2015 by Amelia

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

#MermaidYogis Day 4: Supine Crow

Posted on: August 3rd, 2015 by Amelia

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

#MermaidYogis Day 3: Low Boat

Posted on: August 2nd, 2015 by Amelia

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 […]

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#MermaidYogis Day 2: Staff Pose

Posted on: August 1st, 2015 by Amelia

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 […]