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Re-align with a Forward Bend

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Sarah

As a beginner, most poses are still pretty difficult for me, but i caught on to this one quickly and i really enjoy it. It is nice to be able to read this article to make sure that i am getting the full benefit of the pose. Very insightful!

Mercedes Smith

This was very helpful. Thank you for the in depth explanations. I could actually see how each body part should be doing in the pose.

Mercedes Smith

This was very helpful. Thank you for the in depth explanations. I could actually see how each body part should be doing in the pose.

Mahboob Ali

nice article

James W Bachman

Yes pics would be a help. The article is excellent. Thank you.

kc

great article! but pictures, pictures, pictures!

Pat

How could you try to describe positions that are almost beyond understanding - when photos or diagrams would let someone learn your instructions?

khola

pictures can be of great help for beginners like myself

JO

hi! I always consider breathing a vital component of a pose, as the breath guides and contains the movement.
Do we and how do we breathe in this pose?
thanks!

Luciana Djuanaidi

Yes, I agree too, Pictures of each pose and variations would be highly beneficial. :0)

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