7 Yoga Poses to Care for Your Overburdened Spine
Our spines do so much. Here's how to keep yours healthy.
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6 Yoga Poses to Support a Healthy Spine
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Anatomy 201: Discover the Connection Between Your Head and Pelvis
With some awareness and the right exercise, aligning one will help align the other.
Yoga for Back Health: How to Protect Your Spine While Picking Up (& Putting Down) Props
Want to avoid aggravating injuries or even causing one? Alison West shares a method for carefully dealing with your props.
Yoga for Back Health: 3 Simple Poses to Traction the Spine
Nourish the tissues of your back body by sneaking in a little stretch now and then.
Yin Yoga 101: Is It Safe to Compress the Spine in a Yin Pose?
The answer lies in an exploration of how the postures in Yin Yoga and vinyasa yoga impact your connective tissues.
Vinyasa 101: 3 Crucial Things to Know About the Spine
Understanding the anatomy of the spine is essential for both yoga teachers and practitioners. Injury-proof your practice with these three key tips.
The Truth About Forward Bends
Baxter Bell explains what happens in the spine during poses like Paschimottanasana, and suggests modifications for the 90 percent of us who could benefit from some assistance.
Yoga to Improve Posture: Self-Assess Your Spine + Learn How to Protect It
Your mom was right: You'll look better and feel great if you stop slouching and stand up straight. Yoga can help you do just that—in a way that honors your spine's natural curves. Here's a guide to assessing and improving your posture.