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René "Unpacks": Seated Side Bend

René De los Santos Yoga · 7:51

In this practice

Key teachings

  • Accessible yoga for all bodies
  • Spinal mobility and flexibility
  • Mindful movement in a seated position
  • Listening to your body's limits

Ideal for

  • Beginners in yoga
  • Office workers or those who sit for long periods
  • Seniors or individuals with mobility challenges
  • Anyone seeking gentle movement and spinal health

Lesson

Instructions

chair yoga tutorial, seated side-bend.

Steps

  • Seated side bend variations
  • Breathing synchronization with movement
  • Proper chair posture setup
  • Gentle spinal stretches

Benefits

  • Improved spinal flexibility and range of motion
  • Relief from upper body and back stiffness
  • Enhanced body awareness and posture
  • Stress reduction through gentle movement
  • Accessibility for individuals with limited mobility

Practice summary

Level
beginner
Duration
10 minutes
Equipment
chair
Target areas
sides of torsospineshouldersobliques
Energy
balancing

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