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Intermediate I
This class is part two in a 4-part series taking you to bow pose (dhanurasana). Moving on from what you learned in Bow Pose: Core Strength, Rachel alternates between a brisk hatha flow and a series of deep, long holds, warming the body up so you can release the hip flexors and the front of the pelvis, ultimately making it easier for your pelvis to tilt back and your body to move into a backbend. This class also has a peak pose, dancers (natarajasana) and will prepare you for the next classes in this series: Bow Pose: Open the Shoulders, and Bow Pose: Ready for the Peak!
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Wow this class was amazing. Was feeling really sluggish but now after I’ve done this practice I feel stronger, alive and relaxed (since the blood is now flowing right where the blockage was). Thank you so much Rachel for your smooth guidance!
Absolutely loved this practice with the many poses. As a runner, this practice helped stretch the muscles and I feel so much more flexible. Thank you Rachel for this beautiful practice. I will return to it often!
6/4/21. Revisiting this class - my rusty hips + hip flexors needed some attention and this class delivered. I am sure I'll be feeling it tomorrow! Nicely paced and packed with Rachel's excellent cues. Thanks!
My pleasure!!! :)
nice class, thank you.
What a wonderful class! Fabulous smooth flow, super-clear instructions, nicely challenging, delivered with a lovely compassionate spirit. Thank you
I love all of Rachel's classes! This one is excellent, it left me feeling both energized and relaxed.
Wonderful class and teacher!
a beautiful class with a lovely rythmn to it. Thank you.
Love your classes! I can't for the life of me get my shoulder to dip under my thigh! I'll keep trying because that pose looks so wonderful!
Hi Bob! That may be about proportions...:) if your hips don't like to be flexed (that is, it's hard to draw your knee to your chest) or your torso is longer, it'll make that challenging to do! One thing you can explore is turning your front foot out or taking your feet wider? For some folks, that will allow them to get a little closer :) Happy New Year!!!
This class was just what I needed for a reset today. I feel much more open, relaxed, and positive. Thank you!
Great class. thank you so much.
I loved the clear instructions and quick pace.
Everything about the class felt good, thank you so much.
This was an excellent class even for a beginner-intermediate person. I really enjoyed the synchronous breathing with each movement. Thank you Rachel!
Rachel is truly wonderful teacher. I can't say enough good things about her knowledge of anatomy and the ease of following her cues. Another masterfully taught and much needed practice... Thank you!!!
I love the sequencing and ques in this flow.
This well-rounded class goes great with running! My whole body feels eased up (hip flexors certainly included, but not limited to). Rachel has a gift for teaching subtle actions that enliven each pose. Thank you!
I loved this flow. I loved the tic toc (so simple and yet it felt so good) and I loved the hip openers. Thank you :)
Hi Rachel,
Love this flow! And your voice, soft and clear. Thank you very much!
Thank you Rachel. I love your cues. It makes me work the pose in a whole new way - less passive and more active. More successful too.
Super class❤️
I ride a bike a lot - 10+ miles a day - so this was awesome
It help a lot. I am very thankful because of this video. This was perfect for me. I will recommend this to my friends. Thank you so much.
I have really tight hips from my office job and combining that with running my problems got so bad I could hardly walk with out severe pain. Yoga is the only thing that has helped me and this class is perfect to release all the tightness in my hips.
Thank you so much for this class. <3
Thank you Rachel, I replay liked this class, the asanas perfectly work with each other and the final stretches are perfect for what was practices before :)
Like many people with desk jobs who also run/bike, I have tight hips. Frequently, I have lower back tightness because my hip flexors are stressing my lower back. This started years ago during preganancy and continues 20 years later. Today, I had a deep release like nothing I've ever experienced. My back feels amazing!
Hi Teri!
I'm so happy to hear that this class helped with your hip flexors. I have tight hip flexors too and it's amazing how much they can jam things up! Thrilled to hear this was yummy for your back :) xo
I really, really enjoyed this class. Great pacing, juicy holds that perfectly warm you up for Dancer. Not too strenuous, but just enough of a practice that you feel very grounded and warm.
Yay! I'm happy to hear that this class felt good in your body. (I love the word "juicy" to describe the practice ;))
Have a beautiful weekend!
Rachel
Excellent class....great flow and I feel super strong!
Yay! So happy to hear that you enjoyed the class; very happy to be part of your practice :)
This is a great class in my progression from beginner level classes.
Such a great class. Amazingly led with warm and juicy poses. I love all the guidance to get the most out of each movement. Thanks!
Another wonderful class by Rachel Scott! Clear instructions and great cueing keep me coming back. What a treat to have a nice long shavasana at the end. Now feeling fully refreshed. Love what my body can do with Rachel's guidance - feels like I gain a little bit more flexibility with every class.
YAY, I'm so happy to hear that this class felt good in your body :) XO
Ahhh....clear instructions allows me to follow at a brisk pace. Love it. I'm going to do more Rachel Scott classes. Thank you.
First time back taking a class in 6 months. Enough challenge, great flow and centering. Thank you x
Thanks Rachel, you are a wonderful teacher. Clear and helpful instruction, calm energy. Working on stretching my super tight quads, this was a great class for that.
I feel great after that, thank you!
This was accessible, yet just the right amount of challenging this morning. Thank you.
This and part one are my comeback from the flu. I planned to start the year with the 30 day challenge; 4 days in other plans presented themselves. However, I found this to be the perfect restart. Being sick gave my lower back a rest. These classes with Rachel's calm and clear instruction are bringing me back strong. I'm looking forward to tomorrow!
I feel good! Thank you
I've had lower back problems for a few years now and have been working to strengthen and increase mobility. I've always been cautious to make sure I don't tweak anything, but lately have felt like there is a little space available. I wanted to try to start more back bending and this class (and Part 1) has been perfect! It's the first time I've been able to do any back bending (beyond baby cobra) that didn't make my back feel compressed and uncomfortable. Thanks for the awesome classes!
Hi Tracey - that is so great to her!!!
Congrats on your process to recovery, that's awesome!
Fantastic body workout. Your words and teaching style are making this truly enjoyable.
Thank you Rachel and DYWM!
Loved it all around! Had me so focused and enjoying the flow.
Looking forward to the next parts.
Nice to re-discover it here in the 30-day challenge (catching up with this sequence that I missed in Nov, and discovered gem #1).
Thx Rachel and DYWM, and Uplands Park!
Hi Rachel, I loved this class, thank you so much! The sequence order and build up to the peak pose felt so good in my body and spirit!
Fantastic class! Great instruction and flow.
I am very pleased with this class, I really liked all elements. Thank you very much! :)
I am so pleased with this class and series! It is easy to follow with some challenge. Such a great way to start my day. Looking forward to trying the third class tomorrow. With graditude!