Yoga Bridge Pose

Video Transcript

"Alright bridge pose. Again this is one that you're going to find in almost every beginning yoga class and it frustrates a lot of people. When I do it I like to use a blanket, and I'm going to place my shoulders right here at the edge of the blanket because what I don't want is for my neck to be flat on the floor. The reason I do this is because I have neck issues. If you have neck issues, I suggest you do the same thing with the blanket. You're going to come laying on your back, let your head, I'm going to take my hair out, let your head fall onto the floor. I'm going to plant my feet a few inches away from my butt and I'm going to inhale as I press my feet firmly down into the floor. I'm going to clasp my hands behind me, and I'm going to lift the pelvis. This pose is so phenomenal for energizing tired legs, but it's difficult because of the hip issues we might have from sitting at a desk for hours on end. Inhale, lift the heart, squeeze the shoulder blades together and then after three to five breaths, exhale. Don't forget to support yourself in the pose. You're supporting yourself on the upper part of your back and your feet. Let your weight sink into the floor, inhale as you lift and never ever stop the breath. You'll find an amazing sense of opening, and an amazing sense of rejuvenation. Good luck."