Basics and Beyond : Twists

Beginner I
(37 Reviews)
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This can either be done as a stand-alone class or as Day 5 - Twists in Melissa's weeklong series: Basics and Beyond 7-Day Yoga Challenge. This fun beginner class with Melissa is focused on different twisting poses including reclined, on all-fours, standing, lunging and seated. These twists help to release the entire spine while also getting into the hips and shoulders for a full body practice.

Equipment

  • Block

Focus

  • Hips
  • Whole Body
  • Twists
  • Spine
  • Flexibility
  • Morning

Style

  • Gentle Yoga
PianoWire
November 30, 2020
Comment:

Pyramid pose wasn't available to me. With my front leg straight, I couldn't reach the blocks even when they were beside my feet. Placing one block in front of my foot put it that much farther out of reach. What do you suggest for those of us who aren't flexible?

Comment Replies

Melissa Krieger
December 1, 2020
Comment:

Great question! You stumped me for a minute but I have a solution - a chair! One chair in front, or two chairs on either side would work well as extra long blocks. And of course bend or soften your knees as much as you need. Try that and let me know how it works out.

rebdal
November 27, 2020
Comment:

on of my favorite quick classes - have returned to it often. thanks melissa!

ama1031
July 31, 2020
Comment:

Perfect amount of twist and stretch! Great, clear instruction with plenty of modifications and add on's to get a little deeper. Fantastic hip openers.