A Slow Vinyasa: Utkatasana, Ardha Uttanasana, Uttanasana

Yoga for Healthy Aging Series with Maureen McGarry Vinyasa (or linking of poses) can be slow and methodical as well as fast-paced. In this session, Maureen demonstrates a sequence that builds strength, stability and concentration while transitioning between three poses. Happy Practicing 🙏 ▶Tips: ✅ Ground the sits bones evenly into chair seat ✅ Stretch the arms overhead with strap above elbows, upper arms in line with ears ✅ Lock the elbows by pressing arms into belt ✅ Press firmly into all four corners of feet ✅ Work towards thighs parallel to the floor ✅ Roll the upper thighs in ✅ Lift sits bones off of chair seat, one to two inches ✅ Keep the spine extended ✅ Breath normally ✅ If feeling unstable, remain on chair or hold strap in fists lightly or face a wall and place fingertips at wall ✅ High blood pressure or heart conditions - keep arms at shoulder height ✅ Neck or shoulder issues - widen your arms ▶Benefits: ✅ Removes stiffness in the shoulders ✅ Corrects minor deformities in the legs ✅ Ankles become strong ✅ Leg muscles develop evenly ✅ Abdominal organs and back are toned ✅ Chest is fully expanded We thank all of the teachers, mentors, colleagues and students who have shared and are sharing in this practice and learning with us. Email [email protected] to be notified each week when we release our next practice tip 👌Please SUBSCRIBE to our channel for excellent content to support your yoga practice. Questions? Get in touch! We're here to help you along the way so you can experience the transformative effects this practice can offer. Calgary Iyengar Yoga JOIN US FOR CLASSES, WORKSHOPS, RETREATS, EVENTS: https://www.yogayyc.com/ Need props? Check out PROP SHOP: https://www.yogayyc.com/propshop 403.457.4070 [email protected]