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A Deep Release for the Shoulders and Neck

Beginner II
(376 Reviews)
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This gentle, slow, hatha yoga class guides you into a series of poses that thoroughly stretch the muscles around the shoulders and neck. It moves gradually toward deeper stretches, allowing the body to warm up and prepare for a deeper release of the tighter muscles in your body. Your neck and shoulders will feel wonderful after you're done.

Equipment

  • Strap

Focus

  • Twists
  • Spine
  • Flexibility
  • Neck/Shoulders
  • Arms/Hands

Style

  • Hatha Yoga
arystarca
March 7, 2017
Comment:

I have chronically tight shoulders and back due to having a job and several hobbies that revolve around constant sitting and computer use. This class made it seem like I had gone through a deep tissue massage through my shoulders and neck. It literally seemed as though more blood was pumping through my arms than I usually experience. I also felt as though I stood up straighter and looked slimmer afterward which I totally loved. Very good class, and it's in my bookmarks to repeat at least once weekly.

Thank you! <3

Vikki
March 5, 2017
Comment:

As a 60 something year old I don't have the flexibility to achieve all these stretches perfectly but managed most. Quite a workout ! Thank you.

oaklad
March 1, 2017
Comment:

Very good session. I found some of these stretches pretty difficult to hold and it gave me quite a workout!

ailbhet
February 28, 2017
Comment:

I found that these stretches were giving me pain in my mid back, had to stop within the first 7 minutes! Any tips on how to avoid this?

Comment Replies

David Procyshyn
April 26, 2017
Comment:

Yes, if you're experiencing pain in your mid back you're likely arching your back too much. Try to keep a strong connection between the front of your rib cage and pelvis, to prevent them from tilting too much. It's all about the bandhas! Do David's 3-part series on the breath, bandhas and alignment if you would like to learn more.

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