Bridge Pose is an intermediate back bend that stretches the chest, back and shoulders. Bridge Pose is also known to aid in digestion, relieve fatigue and help tired legs be energized. Bridge is typically done towards the end of a Yoga practice, but can be done anytime. Bridge wakes up the body, try in the middle of a long day in place of the extra cup of coffee!
To do Bridge Pose, lie on the floor and bend the knees with the heels close to the buttox. Next, push the feel into the floor and lift the hips, keeping the back of the head on the mat, be mindful not to tuck the chin to protect the neck. There are a few options for a bind with the hands, including gripping them under the lower back. The shoulders will move under as the back arches. Release slowly and follow up with hugging the legs.
Bridge Pose is an intermediate back bend that stretches the chest, back and shoulders. Bridge Pose is also known to aid in digestion, relieve fatigue and help tired legs be energized. Bridge is typically done towards the end of a Yoga practice, but can be done anytime. Bridge wakes up the body, try in the middle of a long day in place of the extra cup of coffee!
To do Bridge Pose, lie on the floor and bend the knees with the heels close to the buttox. Next, push the feel into the floor and lift the hips, keeping the back of the head on the mat, be mindful not to tuck the chin to protect the neck. There are a few options for a bind with the hands, including gripping them under the lower back. The shoulders will move under as the back arches. Release slowly and follow up with hugging the legs.
