The first half of this routine focuses on increasing mobility in the spine and upper body and the second on stretching out the hips.
LEVEL
- Intermediate
OBJECTIVES
- Mobilise the neck, shoulders, spine and obliques.
- Stretch the calves, hamstrings, hips, groin, glutes and outer hips.
- Relieve lower back pain.
KEY POSES
EQUIPMENT
- Mat
- Blocks (optional for sitting cross-legged, Lizard and Pigeon)
TIMING
- This is a really nice one to practice on your rest day to keep you feeling loose and supple.
TIP
- It’s crucial that you bend your knees a lot in Ragdoll to relieve pressure at your lower back.