Teacher:
Tracey Noseworthy
Difficulty:
Advanced
Style:
Vinyasa/Power Yoga
Duration:
61
11
(56 votes)
If you would like to improve your ability to balance on one foot, you will love this class. Tracey leads you effortlessly through a challenging vinyasa flow that takes you in and out of foot balances in creative ways, making you do what you didn't believe you could before you chose to do this class. Note: the savasana in this class is 9 minutes long, which is quite a bit longer than usual for our site.
Comments
Creative balances and stretches
Irishlove 4 weeks ago
Thank you for this class. I have always had balances as a point of challenge as I am very flexible and quite strong. This class was a very creative approach to not only balances, but twist and stretching. I can see why it is advanced with the stretches, which should be approached with caution for those with lower back, hip, knee, or ankle issues. I found it a "delicious" challege and wringing out. Namaste from Ireland.
Breath
skcummins 2 months ago
What is the name of the breathing technique in this class where Tracey breaths in thru the nose out thru the mouth, in thru the mouth and out thru the nose?
Hi, Tracey here. Thanks for
Tracey Noseworthy 2 months ago
Hi, Tracey here. Thanks for your question and I wanted to let you know there is no name for the technique used in this class. Pranayama ~ breath work ~ is the practice breathing to direct the movement of our life force. The focus through asana, and most pranayama practices is through the nostrils to access both sides of the brain equally. The exhale I chose to work with in this sequence is used to release a greater volume of air, and essentially empty the body to bring balance. When the focus is on the exhale out through the mouth, the jaw releases more, giving the tongue space to settle which has a quieting effect on the mind. As the jaw releases there is also a softening of the shoulders and space for the cervical spine to settle. In turn the focus on the inhale through the nose aids in preparation for the bronchial tubes and lungs by moistening the air through moisture and mucous.
We are amazing machines, and the breathing practice sets the tone for the physical movement of asana to be rhythmic and fluid. Hope that helps.
This was beautiful!
marikak517 4 months ago
Wow, thank you Tracey this was just what I needed. Thank you for always being my go to on DYWM, you never cease to amaze me. Namaste <3
A great class as always, from
Vkisfugedi 5 months ago
A great class as always, from Tracey.
As always, Tracy delivers an
framela 6 months ago
As always, Tracy delivers an incredible practice. This one is especially renewing and special with its focus on balance. It is sooo much more than balancing on one foot!! I feel grounded, balanced, and fresh--like starting over again after a difficult week. Thank you!
Another winner from Tracey!
PeacefulRN 8 months ago
Grounding, relaxing, and encouraging practice based around standing balances (tree, eagle, dancer, half-moon). A solid intermediate practice, in my opinion, so don't be put off by the Advanced rating. You can do it! :-) Love Tracey's delivery, pacing, and sequencing. Thank you!
Amazing practice. Love the long meditation at the end.
crepuscule3142 9 months ago
Fantastic advanced class that doesn't require ridiculous gymnastic contortions. The class is advanced due to the balance poses and longer meditation. Would recommend to anyone transitioning from intermediate to advanced. Thanks Tracey!
Perfect
Denise3 12 months ago
I always come back to Tracey's classes and am never disappointed. Need more of her videos!
Mmmm...juicy and peaceful
theclarityofpeace 1 year ago
Tracey you always have exactly what I need. I wanted to try something new, feeling courageous despite the evening hour and tried this out. This class really challenged me, even the poses I do all the time. Looking forward to doing this again and building my strength. Loved, loved, loved the extended savasana. Another wonderful class; thank you Tracey! Namaste