Yoga to release muscle tension combines movements and stretches for different parts of the body. Paying attention to how you feel can help you notice habitual tension and find more comfortable ways to move.
In this 45-minute class, you'll try “Dynamic Cat”, “Twisted Arm Stretch Lying on the Stomach”, and “Dynamic Bridge”. Keep the movements of your back smooth in the Cat exercise. Near the end, you'll practice the breathing exercise “Alternate Nostril Breathing Pranayama”. You'll lie down to rest at the end of the class.
Try the 45-minute class after your usual activity, adjusting your practice to how you feel.
Don't force a stretch in a painful area. If you feel pain or excessive tension, reduce your range of motion.
