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How to Modify Yoga Poses #yogateachertraining #plussize

9 Feb 2024 · 1 min

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In this instructional video, the instructor demonstrates a simple, body‑positive modification of Salamba Sarvangasana (shoulder stand) tailored for plus‑size students or anyone who cannot comfortably roll up into the traditional pose. The method uses a sturdy block placed under the hips (or a folded blanket if needed) to create a supportive base, allowing the pelvis to settle in a comfortable position before lifting the legs with toes pointed. The instructor emphasizes that the pose should adapt to the body, not force the body into the pose, and encourages teachers to incorporate this inclusive adjustment in their classes. The video concludes with a call to follow for more yoga teacher tips.

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This simple yet easy modification of Salamba Sarvangasana shoulder stand will help you for people in your class that really just can't roll up. Honestly, that's a lot of us plus-size ladies, and there's nothing wrong with that because the pose should fit your body, not your body fit into the pose. Now everybody's in class lying on their back with their hair clippies sticking into the ground. You're going to come by and bring your lovely student a nice sturdy block. They're going to place that block underneath of our hips, which is also great for bridge pose, and then just scooch in so that their pelvis is exactly where it feels comfortable. Bring one leg up and then the other leg, and toes come into Barbie toes. Arms come to your sides. We just sit here for a while. If this is super uncomfortable on somebody's pelvis, just put a Mexican blanket over it. For more yoga teacher tips, light up the follow button.