This sequence is a great one for stretching the sides of the body and opening up the hips. It's one of my all-time favourites.
It involves some slightly more advanced poses—including Reverse Warrior, Triangle and Extended Side Angle so drop me a message if you need any help with your alignment.
LEVEL
- Intermediate
OBJECTIVES
- To stretch the sides of your body—the obliques, TFL—and quadratus lumborum.
- To increase spinal mobility.
- To open up and strengthen the hips.
- To improve breathing.
KEY POSES
EQUIPMENT
- Mat
- Block (optional for Triangle and Low Lunge with Sidebend)
TIME OF DAY
- Morning
TIP
- Blocks can be really useful if you feel that you are compromising your alignment just to get into a pose. Drop me a message if you need further guidance.
