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The Art of Alignment and Using Props

byGeetanjali LukhurakhanOnline; Studios in JLT, Arjan & Al Barsha; Sessions across Dubai & Abu DhabiStarts from800 per month (12-20 sessions)View full gallery

Yoga is not about forcing your body into a shape. It is about finding that steady, comfortable space within a pose using the right support.

Sthira Sukham Āsanam. This sutra reminds us that yoga is not about forcing the body, but about finding a balance between strength and ease. With patience, the posture unfolds naturally, with a smile.

Here, I demonstrate how to slowly and gradually work towards the full Chakrasana, or Wheel Pose. It is essential to prepare the body by mobilizing and strengthening the hands, legs, and core to ensure safety.

Don't hurry or worry about achieving the perfect position. If needed, use props and allow your body to flow, preparing it for flexibility. Slowly and gradually, you will get there.

Tittibhasana, or Firefly Pose, is a part of the Ashtanga intermediate series. It strengthens the arms, wrists, and core. Before practicing, it is crucial to warm up by mobilizing your wrists, arms, and pelvic area.

When practicing balancing poses, the importance of Drishti, or a focused gaze, is key. As someone with flat feet, holding these poses gives me an extra dose of motivation and builds confidence.

Practice mindfully to correct your asana. This not only helps you advance but also improves overall body alignment. Here, I show how to use wall support for Shoulder Stand to enhance blood circulation and regulate the thyroid.

Be calm and mindful, as your body is giving you signs to create your own flow. Here, I use a yoga wheel to explore backbends and find a deeper opening in my practice.

Silence is the best process to improve anything. Listen to your inner voice and flourish. Using a yoga wheel and wall support, I explore a handstand variation, finding strength in stillness.

Let's learn the tripod headstand step by step. I guide you on how to place your head and hands, engage your core, and lift your legs, ensuring you use your shoulder strength for a safe and mindful practice.

Here are five variations of Setu Bandhasana, or Bridge Pose, that I use as warm-ups for deep backbends. These preparatory practices engage the core, open the heart, and strengthen the posterior chain.

About The Art of Alignment & Using Props

I often see students struggle to find stability in a pose because they are pushing too hard, too soon. I use props like blocks, walls, and yoga wheels not to bypass the work, but to help you find your true alignment. When you stop fighting the pose and start listening to your body's geometry, the real transformation begins. It is about feeling steady, not just looking the part.

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