Thanks for tuning into Mike’s Yoga Podcast. Today, we’re going to work towards an action within the upper thighs that help you come forward in forward bending poses. You’ll need a brick and possibly a belt to help you find the required action.

If you have a bad back, you should practice caution in forward bending; avoiding coming forward too far. Nonetheless, you can still benefit from forward bends, even if you keep the torso at a right angle to the floor.

Additionally, you might need an additional block or brick to support the bent knee in janu sirsasana.

We’re practicing utt trikonasana, a variation of p. padatonasana, and janu sirsasana.

You should be in good health - that doesn’t mean that you need to be flexible: that comes with time.

Consult your doctor before you practice if you have any health concerns.

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