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Setting the Foundation

Intermediate II
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In this practice with Rachel, we will set the foundation for developing a safe and effective inversion practice. This class targets key areas of the body for inversions: wrists, shoulders, hips, core, and hamstrings. Note: You will need a wall to do the practice.

This can either be done as a stand-alone class, as Day 1 of Rachel's 7-Day Inversion Challenge or as Day 5 of the Daily Dose 30-Day Intermediate Yoga Challenge.

Equipment

  • Block

Focus

  • Whole Body
  • Strength
  • Core Strength
  • Inversions
  • Neck/Shoulders
  • Arms/Hands

Style

  • Vinyasa/Power Yoga
Lucia A
February 19, 2021
Comment:

I have a question, I don’t know if it’s because I have hypermobility but whenever I’m on my arms I don’t know if the elbows should point backwards or sideways. I feel the movement somewhat awkward when bending them for chaturangas and especially when bearing weight for some inversions. I hope you can help!

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Rachel Scott
February 21, 2021
Comment:

AH! Good question! Don't worry so much about where your elbows are (I know we teachers sometimes cue to the elbows, but that's kinda a shortcut....) Focus on your hands and your shoulders. Are your hands rooted - especially index knuckle and fingertips? Are your shoulder blades stable and flush to your back (not winging or scrunched together)? If your shoulders and hands are well aligned, your elbows will go where they are supposed to. Does that make sense?

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Lucia A
February 22, 2021
Comment:

Yeah! Now it makes sense. Thank you, Rachel!

Time2Play
February 18, 2021
Comment:

I really enjoyed this class. It was challenging but you bring a brightness to the hard work. Thank you!

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Rachel Scott
February 21, 2021
Comment:

You're so welcome!! Look forward to hearing what you think of the other practices, too :)

Leahjoojoo
February 17, 2021
Comment:

Brilliant! This class really challenged me to really engage those tiny long forgotten muscles which are needed for inversions. I’m so excited about where these classes will lead me in the next week! Rachel is awesome as always, with her very detailed explanations, and visualisations of pickle jars!

Rims
February 16, 2021
Comment:

thank you for the amazing and clear instructions. Looking forward to the achieving full inversion:)

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Rachel Scott
February 17, 2021
Comment:

So welcome! Glad you're enjoying the challenge!

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