Well known for its overall body stretch and energising qualities, downward dog deeply stretches the lower body including the hamstrings, calves and ankles, meanwhile it strengthens the arms, shoulders and legs.
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Cat and Cow Pose – Eliza Hayward
Cat and cow pose encourages opening up of the chest, and softly stretches and stimulates the abdominal organs.
Child’s Pose (Balasana) – Eliza Hayward
Child’s pose gently stretches the shoulders, lower back, hips, legs and ankles. It complements the beginning of a practice and throughout for its grounding abilities.
Ujjayi Breath Pose – Eliza Hayward
Ujjayi breathing is an ancient yogic tradition, which increases blood flow, energises and calms the mind.
Warrior 2 Pose – Eliza Hayward
Part of our Moving Mums series, aimed at getting your core strength back, warrior 2 is a highly accessible pose. Known to increase stamina, it also relieves back aches commonly seen throughout a pregnancy.
Belly Breathing – Eliza Hayward
Belly breathing is part 2 in our series Moving Mums. Belly breathing is a pranayama technique best practised before, during and after birth.
Extended Puppy Pose – Eliza Hayward
Extended puppy pose is a yoga pose that stimulates the abdominal organs and helps improve digestion. Eliza Heywood demonstrates.
Reclined Twist – Eliza Hayward
A reclined twist is a yoga pose to cleanse the internal organs, release the lower back and calm a busy mind. Watch Eliza Heywood demonstrate.