This class is a wonderful release for tight hips. As a result of all the sitting we do, our hips get incredibly tight which creates pulling and discomfort. Using a foam roller, we'll hydrate and release the tissues, freeing up the movement in our body.
Props: a foam roller
Up Next in Lower Body
-
active stretch
Using active movements to lengthen the muscles, focusing on opening the inner thighs, hamstrings, quads + hips.
-
pelvic floor release
Your pelvic floor is probably holding tension and you don't even realize it. We'll use stretches + breath to learn release techniques.
Props: 2 pillows or blankets or yoga bricks
-
movement for pelvic floor strength
Pelvic floor issues manifest in many ways. In the second class of the series, we'll focus on ways to relax, heal + strengthen the pelvic floor through breathing and movement.
Props: a ball (or pillow) + a theraband (or belt, long-sleeved t-shirt...ya know, something of a similar length)