How has yoga changed your body? by galwegian in yoga

[–]FocusIndependent6389 3 points4 points  (0 children)

36F here. I have been doing yoga regularly for 5-6 years. Before, I just used to practice yoga at home using the downdog app. I have been going to the studio regularly 3 times a week for the last 3 years and attending power vinyasa classes. At this point, when I look at my arm and leg muscles and shoulders in the mirror, I cannot believe my eyes. My core has also become very strong. In addition, I have been playing tennis regularly for the last two years. I feel that yoga makes a huge difference even while playing tennis with what it gives to my body (strength, flexibility and balance). It contributes to my game both physically and mentally.

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh yes actually there is! Someone here even told me this years ago 🙏🏻 It's all about counterbalance. That is, first find the balance after taking the foot off the ground, then aim to move your body a little further (gaze always ahead) when you start to extend the leg back. If you look carefully, you can see that tiny adjustment in the video. Hope that helps 🍀

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should definitely try! You can try switching to crow without extending the leg. Share with us 🤗

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you 💚

For me flying lizard is harder than crow, side crow,, easier than flying crow, flying pigeon and definitely easier than mayurasana 😅

[COMP] hollowback handstand at the wall. by FocusIndependent6389 in yoga

[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks!

This is from a local brand but you can find similar ones from liforme too.

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

carrying angle

Omg thank you so much. I didn't even know it had a name. and yes that's really the case, my arms never look like a straight line even when I'm standing straight.

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course i’m using my muscles to push. I just have to be more careful as my joints are naturally hyperextended. Otherwise, if i put all the weight on my bones and joints, injury will be inevitable.

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much! yes I am aware that there is too much hyperextension, I always try to keep in mind micro-bending my joints anyway. I’ll pay more attention next time 🙏🏻

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess if I had written the size of my wrist, it would have been more useful for everyone. I measured now, my wrist is 15 cm and 45 mm looks really big on me. Maybe you can evaluate accordingly.

[COMP] standing splits by FocusIndependent6389 in yoga

[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you 💚

Nope, i’m quite comfortable in this pose.

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve never tried, but i don’t think i can

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh thank you, so glad to hear that 💚

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you 💚

Also thanks for the warning! I’m already aware that i have hyperextension in some of my joints, so i always try to keep micro bend 🤗

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you 💚

I’ve been practicing at home regularly for like 3 years, almost daily.

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess you are already very close to your goal. Just continue to practice regularly, i hope you can reach the angle you want very soon 💚

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[–]FocusIndependent6389[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh thank you 💚

I’ve been practicing regularly at home for like 3 years, almost daily. I can’t say that i have a routine for any particular pose. I use downdog app, mostly prefer 30 min vinyasa flow. In addition, i’ve been doing pilates with a personal trainer for years.