Master Yoga Alignment: Pose Guides for Safe Practice

Yoga isn't just about bending your body into a shape that looks good on camera. If you don't understand the 'why' behind the pose, you're just putting your joints at risk. My approach to alignment is rooted in biomechanics, not aesthetics.

The 'Outside-In' Technique

In my classes, I use a method I call 'outside-in' (and sometimes 'inside-out'). I guide you from your extremities—fingers, toes, wrists—all the way to your core, or vice-versa. This helps you build a spatial map of your own body. If your pelvis is supposed to be squared, I won't just say 'square your hips.' I’ll ask you to imagine headlights on your pelvis pointing straight forward. It’s those small, clear, mental cues that make a pose click.

Why Props Are Your Best Friend

We often think props are for beginners or people who aren't 'flexible enough.' That’s nonsense. A dupatta, a water bottle, or a simple pillow can give you the leverage you need to open your chest in a backbend or keep your spine straight in a twist without strain. Using props is smart practice, not a shortcut.

Moving with Intention

Whether we're working on Hatha basics or more complex Vinyasa flows, I’m looking at your screen with my 'spy eyes.' I’ll call you out when your knees are misaligned or when you’re dumping weight into your lower back. We learn by doing, failing, and adjusting. If you’re dealing with back pain or sciatica, alignment is the only way to heal and strengthen simultaneously. My sessions are about taking ownership of your practice, one breath and one adjustment at a time. No filters, no hidden agendas, just honest movement.