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5 hands on assists #shorts #yoga

Cathy Madeo Yoga · 0:17

In this practice

Key teachings

Principles of safe and effective hands-on adjustments
Understanding body mechanics for optimal alignment
Enhancing sensory awareness through therapeutic touch

Ideal for

Yoga teachers
Yoga teacher trainees
Experienced yoga practitioners
Anyone interested in the art of yoga adjustments

Lesson

Steps

Hands-on assist for Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)
Hands-on assist for Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II)
Hands-on assist for Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)
Hands-on assist for Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana)
Hands-on assist for Savasana (Corpse Pose)

Benefits

Improved alignment and posture for students
Deeper understanding and sensation of a pose
Enhanced safety and injury prevention
Building trust and connection between teacher and student

Practice summary

Level: all levels
Duration: 2 minutes
Equipment: yoga matyoga blocksyoga strap
Target areas: full body alignmenthipsshouldersspinehamstrings
Energy: balancing

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