Foundational Yoga Poses & Modifications

Why Start with Foundations?

Foundational poses are the building blocks of any successful yoga practice. If you rush into advanced postures without mastering the basics, you risk injury rather than healing. My approach is to strip back complex poses to their functional core so you understand exactly how your body should move.

Using Props for Safety

Many students believe using a strap or a block means they are not practicing properly. The reality is quite the opposite. Props allow you to maintain the integrity of a pose when your flexibility has not yet caught up to your ambition. If you are struggling with Navasana (Boat Pose), a strap around your feet helps you engage your core without rounding your lower back, protecting your spine.

Your Daily Practice

We often start with Surya Namaskar, which is a complete practice in itself. I break down the 12 asanas to help you synchronize your breath with your movement, a key element for calming the mind. Throughout our sessions, I focus on:

• Alignment: Ensuring your joints are stacked correctly to protect your knees and spine.
• Modifications: Providing alternative angles for poses like Ustrasana (Camel Pose) based on your current comfort levels.
• Breathwork: Connecting inhalation and exhalation to your physical effort.

If you have chronic back pain, knee issues, or are simply returning to fitness after a long break, we will move through these foundational flows slowly. Your progress is measured by how your body feels after the session, not by how deep you can go into a stretch. We build your confidence and physical capability, step by step.