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Yoga back bends and balancing poses increase muscle strength, flexibility and mental focus. Learn how to do a variety of back bends and balancing yoga poses with tips from a fitness instructor in this free yoga lesson video series.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Begin the tree pose in yoga with balance and stability in the soles of the feet. Learn more about how to do the tree yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
Eagle pose in yoga is a great exercise for opening all of the joints in the body. Learn more about how to do the eagle yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
Dancer's pose is a balancing yoga pose that requires a lot of mental focus and body alignment. Learn more about how to do the dancer's yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
The half lotus pose with a forward fold is a yoga exercise that stretches the lower back and strengthens the leg muscles. Learn more about how to do the half lotus yoga pose with a forward fold using tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
Crane pose in yoga is a difficult pose that focuses on strength and balance in the arms. Learn more about how to do the crane yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
The squat yoga pose benefits the hips by encouraging fluidity and blood flow. Learn more about how to do the squat yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
Locust yoga pose will build strength in the lower back and lengthen the spine. Learn more about how to do the locust yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
Bow pose is a back bend yoga pose that helps create length in the spine and back muscles. Learn more about how to do the bow yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
The yoga bridge pose is a difficult exercise that will build leg muscles and engage the core. Learn more about how to do the bridge yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
Yoga cobra pose is a back bend position that uses the quad muscles to engage the legs. Learn more about how to do the cobra yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
Upward dog is frequently used as part of yoga sun salutations. Learn more about how to do the upward dog yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
For the camel pose in yoga it is important to keep the feet, knees and hips aligned to prevent injuries. Learn more about how to do the camel yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
The fish pose in yoga stretches the thoracic part of the spine and is great for activating the thyroid. Learn more about how to do the fish yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
A variation of the yoga fish pose will open up the chest but should not stress the neck or spine. Learn more about how to do the fish yoga pose variation with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
Reverse plank pose in yoga strengthens core muscles, shoulders, biceps and triceps. Learn more about how to do the reverse plank yoga pose with tips from yoga instructor in this free fitness video.
Yoga poses have become increasingly popular as a form of exercise and meditation. The focus of yoga is a holistic one, employing a broad range of practices which focus on a new way of living, thinking and being in the world. Aimed to unite the mind, the body, and the spirit, the health benefits of yoga are also great and varied. From relieving stress to strengthening and toning muscle, integrating yoga positions and exercises into a daily routine can be beneficial on many levels. In this free video series, an experienced yoga instructor will demonstrate a variety of back bends and balancing poses. These yoga poses will work to strengthen muscles throughout the body and improve mental focus. Learn the eagle pose, dancer pose and cobra pose. Get tips on how to do the bridge pose, camel pose, fish pose and the crane pose. With step-by-step instructions on getting into and out of each pose safely, these free videos can benefit both beginners and more advanced yoga practitioners. Improve your muscles strength and balancing ability with helpful and beneficial yoga poses!
Cathie Ryder Cathie Ryder, E-RYT(500), is one of only seven experienced and registered yoga teachers in the state of New Hampshire. She has studied with many of the world's best known and well respected yoga teachers, including Rodney Yee, Patricia Walden, Baron Baptiste, Cindy Lee, Gary Kraftow, David Swenson and Elyse Browning Miller (an expert on yoga for scoliosis). Cathie's credentials include: E-RYT with the Yoga Alliance, certified member of the Yoga Alliance, member of California Yoga Teachers Association, AFAA Certified Group Exercise Instructor, AFAA Certified Personal Trainer, C.P.R., AED & First Aid Certificates, Thai Yoga Massage Therapist and Tibetan Bowl Sound Therapist. Cathie has been teaching since 1983 and is certified in spinning, BodyPump, BodyCombat and BodyStep. She is also the owner and operator of Yogamatters, LLC (2002), in Sandown, New Hampshire.dkdk
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