Bird Dog targets the muscles that support the entire length of the spine, abdominals, back, glutes, thighs and shoulders. This pose can enhance balance and coordination as the core and back muscles engage simultaneously, which helps strengthen lower back function and provides good spinal stability. For pregnant mamas, being in a table top position can …
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Yoga Practices for Mamas-to-Be: Side Bending
Side bending, or lateral flexion, is wonderful to release muscles in the side body as well as lubricate the joints in the spine. Rarely do we side bend in day-to-day activities, so working this aspect of our body is important to keep the spine healthy, core strong and assist with respiration. TARGET AREA Side bending …
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