Teacher:
David Procyshyn
Difficulty:
Beginner
Style:
Hatha Yoga
Yoga for Seniors
Gentle Yoga
Yoga for Back Care
Equipment:
Strap
Bolster
Rubber Ball
Duration:
21
52
(63 votes)
This short yoga class teaches you how to care for your lower back. David takes you through a self-massage routine and a series of stretches that release key muscles responsible for the tightness around the hips, legs and back that are associated with lower back pain. Note: you need two tennis balls, an old sock, a strap and a bolster. Check out this video to see how to make a bolster at home.
Comments
Amazing!
Brenda Rhodes 2 weeks ago
This was absolutely amazing in releasing my lower back! At the time, I was skeptical as my back was tense and tight. I did not use the balls this time as my back would not allow it, but I can see that with more use of this practice, the balls will help massage the spine and surrounding muscles. Thank you for this wonderful program!
I liked this class very much
Yeka 1 month ago
I liked this class very much David...
I have a problem with my lumbar discs so the tennis balls are painful ( I hope that soon they are not anymore). Can I use a pair of tight socks instead?
Thank you!
Re: tight socks
David Procyshyn 1 month ago
I'm not sure. They would need to be balled up and quite thick to be effective. You may find that you don't get enough pressure. But go ahead and try it and let me know if they work!
any substitute?
mccannjl 2 months ago
I don't have any tennis balls. Anything else I can use? thanks!
Instead of tennis balls
David Procyshyn 1 month ago
Absolutely. You can use anything that is firm but has the softness and give of a tennis ball. You don't want it to be hard, or too soft, essentially.
I chose this wonderful
Nyamyj 3 months ago
I chose this wonderful practice in lieu of advil. Got the kinks out gently and mindfully. Much appreciated, thank you.
thank you so much David...you
RobynCS 10 months ago
thank you so much David...you are a wonderful teacher
namaste
Fabulous post
DanielAnthony 10 months ago
Fabulous post! You show that you have a lot of knowledge.
Favours Plus
Tennis Balls
jordanss123 1 year ago
I have two lacrosse balls that I have used for my back in the past. Would it work to use those instead of tennis balls?
Lacrosse balls
David Procyshyn 1 year ago
I believe lacrosse balls are a bit harder, so it would depend on how it feels.