Restorative Yoga for the Lower Back

Nice class with a Satiya's calming voice. Unfortunately, I continue to struggle with restorative yoga. After holding even a gentle stretch for more than 30 seconds or so, the intensity starts building to uncomfortable and beyond. It doesn't take long for my muscles to start contracting protectively instead of relaxing, and I need to come out of the pose to avoid injury. I wasn't able to hold any of the poses in this class for the recommended duration. Any advice on how to overcome this?

Delicious! I have low bone density and am doing a weight training program specifically designed for osteoporosis twice a week. I am also walking almost every day. So I am loving this gentle yoga. Namaste.

This was awesome for me. So peaceful and nourishing. I felt comforted and deeply relaxed.

dear satiya, i wonder if during these meditations, if learned about a bit about pelvic floor and start to using it in meditation times; is there a rule to lift pelvic floor as you exhale???? thank you for your answer in advance, regards... eda

Thank you Satiya. Yes, voice of molasses! Very soothing tone. Just one irritation - what's all this "allow yourself" business? I tune in to do your class because I want to do it; when you say "allow yourself" the implication is that I might be resisting. No, I only resist when you keep telling me to allow myself. Don't be offended 'cos I think you're great! Cheers.

Thank you for taking me so deep into the pastures that time became meaningless for a while. Like others, I need to modify the height of the support for my needs, but in the end my back - and shoulders - appreciated the slow stretches. Satiya, your voice is like sweet molasses - thank you for such a calming narrative.

Another beautifully restorative class, Satya! Thank you so very much,

I could listen to Satiya's calming voice all day. It is so relaxing. Even with her calmness, I couldn't relax into the postures. I was uncomfortable in all but the last one. The ones on my stomach hurt my chest. All of them hurt my low back instead of releasing it. I think it must be the way I'm built because every thing about them seems like they should have been more of a release. Instead, my back is sore and it wasn't when I started. I find this same problem with a lot of the restorative routines - especially the ones using a bolster (I've tried a lot of different bolster sizes and still have the same problem). I still love Satiya's classes but need to modify them a lot and use them more as a meditative routine.

Nourishing, calming serene. Beautiful practice with lovely music. Thank you!

Thank you - a lovely and relaxing practice.

Just exactly what I needed to release my lower back and ease the pain. Thanks so much, Satiya!

Thank you Satiya. This was just what I needed.

Just a lovely relaxing class. I enjoy all of your classes, they are all a great release after a stressful day. Thank you.

Satiya, you are amazing. Your calm voice and clear direction make it so easy to slip into a chill place. Also, my lower back felt amazing at the end of this practice.