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Marichyasana I: Strength and Stretch

Intermediate I
(223 Reviews)
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This is the first of a series of two classes that lead you into a seated arm bind pose called marichyasana I (A), or pose dedicated to the sage marichi A. This class focuses on strengthening and stretching the key muscle groups that will prevent you from achieving the full pose if they are tight, such as the legs, back, hips and shoulders. The kind of rotation you need in the shoulder joint takes time to establish, so David devotes this class to beginning that release, so you are ready for the second class: Marichyasana II: Full Pose.

Equipment

  • Block
  • Bolster

Focus

  • Spine
  • Flexibility
  • Legs and Feet
  • Neck/Shoulders

Style

  • Hatha Yoga
allibar
December 3, 2020
Comment:

what a great total body stretch - hard but manageable. looking forward to this Challenge.

Hayley81
November 18, 2020
Comment:

Great class to come back to after a hetic summer of shift work. Really needed those deep stretches to start softening the muscles again. Thanks David for your clear instruction and great pace.

Elle W
November 9, 2020
Comment:

I found this site during the UK's first (!) lockdown, and love it so much I bought a subscription! Uk is now in its 2nd lockdown and, as usual for me now, I am turning to DYWM. This session was excellent. Deep stretches of hips, back, sides, shoulders - you are such a good teacher David, as you explain things at the right time , and in simple , clear terms. I feel very safe with you and your team. I have an old skiing injury affecting my left hip / groin and find yoga is really helping me improve my strength and flexibility in these areas. Many thanks!

oakhazel
October 11, 2020
Comment:

I really enjoyed this class. Really clear and complete instructions. Great stretching. I didn't have any problems with the audio.
Thank you.

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