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Gaiam Yoga Fundamentals: Standing Poses
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Standing poses increase flexibility, boost strength, improve range of motion, build bone density, and focus the mind. Master the critical alignment points for these foundational poses. End your practice with supporting seated poses. Bonus: pose names are given in English and Sanskrit.
The Gaiam Yoga Fundamentals series features unmatched online yoga instruction from world-renowned instructors Rodney Yee and Colleen Saidman.
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8:51 No Preview Rodney and Colleen explain how to build a strong foundation from the ground up, focusing on three key areas: your feet, pelvis and spine. |
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5:49 No Preview Learn the subtle alignment cues that make mountain pose the foundation for all other standing poses. |
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3:10 No Preview Experiment with the three versions of downward-facing dog and learn how to tailor this invigorating pose to your body. |
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3:44 No Preview The standing forward bend quiets the mind and helps alleviate stress. Recommended Props: Block |
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4:45 No Preview Get detailed pointers for this archetypal standing pose that stretches and strengthens your legs, torso and shoulders. Recommended Props: Block |
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4:30 No Preview Learn how to anchor Warrior 2 by focusing on the position of the back leg, feet and torso. |
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5:06 No Preview Learn how to lengthen your waist and open your chest using the power of the back leg. Recommended Props: Block |
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6:39 No Preview Practice tree pose against a wall for support so you can focus on experiencing the pose. |
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4:13 No Preview Play with the position of your back leg, knee and feet to achieve a healthy alignment. |
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6:39 No Preview Discover which of the three versions of this challenging and exhilarating pose suits you best. Recommended Props: Block, Wall |
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5:23 No Preview Learn how to keep your back heel grounded in the first, second and third versions of pyramid. Recommended Props: Block (2) |
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7:20 No Preview Find your favorite version of legs up the wall, one of the most therapeutic poses in yoga. Recommended Props: Wall, bolster, blanket (optional), strap (optional) |
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5:05 No Preview Use a blanket to experience the many variations of this important but often overlooked pose. Recommended Props: Blanket |
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4:45 No Preview Prepare yourself for meditation with the hero pose variation that’s right for you. Recommended Props: Block, Blanket |
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roku fundamentals, March 7, 2012
will this fundamental series be available on Roku?
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From Gaiam TV Customer Relations, March 13, 2012
Hi sirinam,
We do plan to have all videos available on all devices. I do not have a set date for that to happen but it should be sometime this summer. We appreciate your patience. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at info@gaiamtv.com. Thank you!
Aspen Meade
Gaiam TV Customer Relations
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