#isbalancingact

[infinitystrap]

Woo-hoo, everyone~ we’re half way there! 💥 To celebrate all your awesome work, we’re offering a semi-resting, semi-inverted pause… Day 6 of #isbalancingact is #dolphinpose 🐬 or #halffeatheredpeacockpose Be sure to do some forward folds to warm up hamstrings and calves. Start on knees and hands, like tiger pose. Rest forearms and hands on the ground, push into your hands while lifting knees off the ground- it’s ok to have bent legs or have a log or cushion under your heels. We are looking for a balance between effort and effortless in #makarenasana @ikadewiyoga If your legs permit, walk forward to a comfortable spot...Ahh... breathe!! Use a block and/or strap to keep those arms hugging in slightly to support those precious shoulders! (slide 2) 🔥Options for dolphins seeking more balance 🐬 🔥Feet on the wall. This will put more weight on the shoulders…please take care…engage the upper back and push out of the shoulders and not simply stack the bones!) @stephaniekicksbutt and en pointe! 🔥Lift one leg @susanbishopyoga or @skychick312 🔥Fingertips or elbows @kamaste_ 🔥Lift one arm and leg @rayleigh_yoga 🔥Grab the standing leg or lifted foot like @stresslessyas @yogameg.uk 🔥Go-for- it-asana arms ( 😄 I mean #Ghomukhasana ) @_balance_in_life Remember there are so many ways to support this resting posture- even draping over a rope or couch might work! If you are sensitive to inversions, try placing arms against the wall #ardhapinchamayurasana #makarasana#ekapadamakarenasana https://www.instagram.com/p/BrqEACRgeH7/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=kpzgzf1xc3ta

[nbyoga-blog]

I always wonder whether I should be reaching for the floor or keeping the upper body level with the leg in this pose?! 🤔 I quite like both options of alignment as I feel as though I get different things out of them. . Day 3 of #ISbalancingact with @infinitystrap and #halfmoonpose #ardhachandrasana . #mindfulness #effortlesseffort #flow #infinitystrap #balance #inbalance #yogatravels #stretchandgrow #outdooryoga #yogaplay #yogahappy #yogapracticenotyogaperfect #fitandhealthy #doyoga #mypractice #yogainstructor #yogastudent #dailyyoga #asanapractice #getonyourmat #yogafun #yogachallenges #angkoryoga #angkorwat (at Angkor Wat Temple) https://www.instagram.com/p/BrpfVNBAOWU/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=5g2w9tb3okxo

[nbyoga-blog]

#upsidedown . Ever since rediscovering handstands as an adult I’ve wanted to improve them....hoping 2019 is my year! #resolutionhandstand . Day 12 of #ISbalancingact with @infinitystrap and Day 7 of 🦌🎄 #ReindeerYogi 🎄🦌 and #donner with #hanstand #inversion #adhomukhavrksasana #handbalance . #mindfulness #effortlesseffort #infinitystrap #balance #inbalance #yogatravels #stretchandgrow #outdooryoga #yogaplay #yogapracticenotyogaperfect #doyoga #mypractice #yogastudent #dailyyoga #seasideyoga #yogachallenges #benddontbreak #yogiontour #nby #nbyoga (at Bintan Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/Br7rMuKAmW1/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=e75t30kvuo63

[nbyoga-blog]

Balancing Act!!! . Highest and biggest drooftop invitingly pool in the world, seemed like a good placd to join in the #ISbalancingact yoga challenge! 🙏🏻 @peonyyoga @be.my.yoga do you ladies want to join in? x Day 1- #handtofootpose #utthitahastapadangusthasana #mindfulness #effortlesseffort #flow #infinitystrap #balance #inbalance #yogatravels #yogainsingapore #rooftopyoga #stretchandgrow (at Infinity Pool@ Marina Bay Sands) https://www.instagram.com/p/Brml40rAmOa/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=qjjt0ydw1ezz

[nbyoga-blog]

Keeping the gaze at my toes today as balance didn’t feel quite right! . Day 9 of #ISbalancingact with @infinitystrap and #utkatasana sana #chairpose variation #parivrttautkatasana . #mindfulness #effortlesseffort #infinitystrap #balance #inbalance #yogatravels #stretchandgrow #outdooryoga #yogaplay #yogapracticenotyogaperfect #doyoga #mypractice #yogastudent #dailyyoga #yogachallenges #benddontbreak (at Lagoi Bay Bintan) https://www.instagram.com/p/Br4X1E0AbR4/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=12zhp73cbisd

[nbyoga-blog]

I always thought taking the toes would “ease” the core effort in #navasana - wrong! It just gives more balance to draw those thighs and belly together with bandha! 🔥 . Day 8 of #ISbalancingact with @infinitystrap and #navasanavariation #boatpose #boatposevariation . #mindfulness #infinitystrap #balance #inbalance #yogatravels #stretchandgrow #outdooryoga #yogaplay #yogapracticenotyogaperfect #doyoga #mypractice #dailyyoga #yogachallenges #camdodia #cambodiayoga #banteaysrei #angkor #indonesiayoga #benddontbreak #bandhas #corestrength #siemreap #siemreapyoga #yogiontour (at Banteay Srei) https://www.instagram.com/p/Br2mQxaA5oy/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=c3czid4ew4o9

[nbyoga-blog]

Side plank variation (in there somewhere amongst the Christmas displays!!) 🎄⛄️🎁 . Day 7 of #ISbalancingact with @infinitystrap and #sideplank #plankvariation . #mindfulness #effortlesseffort #infinitystrap #balance #inbalance #yogatravels #stretchandgrow #outdooryoga #yogaplay #yogapracticenotyogaperfect #doyoga #mypractice #yogastudent #dailyyoga #yogachallenges #indonesia #bintanisland #indonesiayoga #benddontbreak (at Bintan Lagoon Resort) https://www.instagram.com/p/Br2cqgngne9/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1cc5tq4bjcj7z

[infinitystrap]

Our apologies for the mix-up- of yesterday’s and today posts- but it's all good! Happy Winter solstice!! ❄️🔥❄️🔥We’re more than half way through #isbalancingact Day 7 of #isbalancingact is, for some of us, any #plankpose variation including #sideplank ...for those of you who already got their planks on.. please see previous post! 😉 There are sooo many ways to play with balance and stability in these postures! Some emphasize more core or shoulder work, but do or modify what is comfortable for you! ☺️👍👍 Traditional (or modified on knees) plank on hands will obviously distribute your weight evenly through the shoulders and on the hands. Push out through shoulders, but don’t let collar bones cave in. Planking/side planking on forearms or with support will lessen the intensity on the shoulders/wrists see @yogamand @jordannicole @salliyoga Options for plank aficionados: 🔥Lift one leg in any position, seriously, even 1” off the ground!! 🔥Extended arms or on #yogabrik @rl_yoga 🔥Lift one arm and leg to any amount or shape @cathymadeo 🔥Feet on the wall/furniture to increase weight/intensity on shoulders/wrists @jonathanphair @salliyoga Side plank options: 🔥Lift top leg/arm in any position @simplemuffin @erikafischer @jordannicoleyoga @shannonfofannon 🔥Lift bottom leg in any position @syoghina Good luck everyone!! 😍❤️💪💪 #infinitystrap#vasisthasana #partridgepose#kapinjalasana https://www.instagram.com/p/Brsu3q0A1qD/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1qr72qz7u9te7

[infinitystrap]

Day 3 #ISbalancingact is any variation of #halfmoonpose ☺️❤️ There are so many beautiful ways to express this tricky posture, so #youdoyou and choose what is appropriate for you! Whichever you do, move into it mindfully~ there are no awards for fastest yoga pose. 😂Keep the core and legs engaged throughout and find something to focus on. For those of you who got this, and want more, try looking up SLOWLY and keep your #drishti 👀 . Prop-osophists 😉@cece.carson @vero_lius @allisonrayjeraci @eileendelatorre and @yogaselah 🔥 Options: 🔥#sugarcanepose by @vero_lius 🔥#boundhalfmoon by @eileendelatorre 🔥#halfmoonposevariation with #halflotus by @bohemian_heart 🔥#revolvedhalfmoonpose by @omniyogagirl 🔥#revolvedsugarcanepose by @seonia 🔥 #boundrevolvedhalfmoonpose by @yogaselah Scroll to the end to see a double half moon by @zgung 🌝 hmm does that make a full moon?!? 😂💖👍👍 . #infinitystrap#yogabrik#chapasana#ardhabaddhachandrasana#boundrevolvedhalfmoon#baddhaparivrttaardhachandrasana https://www.instagram.com/p/BriVGhSg9MZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1qo9jauzbsti2

[infinitystrap]

Day 2 #ISbalancingact Fantastic balancing everyone!! 😍👍👍 Today’s balancing pose is any #dancerpose variation. 🌟Please take care to warm up shoulders and legs before getting into #natarajasana . ☺️👍 @yogayely @larkinyogatv demonstrate opening the shoulders and chest by kicking back leg back while @asanavanessa emphasize the stretch of the lifted leg and challenge the balance and core a bit . Use wall, furniture or window sill like @omniyogagirl and @roxsyoga for support. ☺️ For more stability and grounding, slightly bend the standing leg. For more of a challenge, stand on tip toe like @omniyogagirl you can go into it with a traditional same sided grip or a cross-grip like @cyogalife 🌟🌟👍 #bekindtoyourself ❤️If your shoulders or quads are not up for full dancerpose, you may also simply grab the foot, and not extend the leg as @erikafischeryoga demonstrates. We are looking for balance and comfort here, so #youdoyou and breathe through whatever variation you take. ☺️🙌✨✨ https://www.instagram.com/p/BrfwOSagsdQ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=j5uxsp79r1r9

[infinitystrap]

With the holidays quickly approaching, here’s a little #igyogachallenge to keep your balance and focus in the present moment! ☺️🙌💖 For 12 days, we present our favorite balancing poses of the year...on foot, knee, toes, arms, and hands ...brought to you by our many wonderful yogi friends we’ve made over the years! 😊💖💖🙌 We will be gifting three winners at the end... 1 #infinitystrap bundle, 1 pair of #yogaBRIK and our Limited edition cork yoga mat! 🙌🙌🙌 All you gotta do is .... 1. Repost this flyer and text on your Instagram account and tag a few friends to join. 2. Use the hashtag #ISbalancingact and tag us @infinitystrap for everyday that you post. 3. Follow who you want! Follow us or our guest hosts if you want more tips and inspiration! 😊💖🙏🙏 4. Use any and all props, furniture, walls, etc. to help you stay on your toes and have fun!! Make sure your account is public so we can cheer you on!!! 😍❤️🙌✨✨✨ List of poses: 1. Hand to foot pose 2. Dancer 3. 1/2 moon or Warrior 3 4. Bound or balancing Tiger 5. Camel variation 6. Plank or side plank 7. Dolphin variation 8. Boat 9. Chair variation 10. Toe Squat/skandasana variation 11. Crowpose 12. Any inversion pose ✨❤️🌴👍👍👍 Thank you @skl5582 For your amazing skills and creativity! 😊🙌🙌🙌 #rockart#rockbalancing#mindfulness#effortlesseffort#flow#flux https://www.instagram.com/p/BrLe72EAZQS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1o5mi69a8bqpv

[nbyoga-blog]

Was inspired by @yoga_samana to give this beautiful shape a go! Incorporating a bit of a toe balance for good measure! . Day 10 of #ISbalancingact with @infinitystrap and #sidelunge #lunge #skandasana variation . Wearing my gorgeously soft and comfy #yogini tee from @blossomyogawear - use NBY15 for a discount 💕 . #mindfulness #effortlesseffort #infinitystrap #balance #inbalance #yogatravels #stretchandgrow #outdooryoga #yogaplay #yogapracticenotyogaperfect #doyoga #mypractice #yogastudent #dailyyoga #yogachallenges #benddontbreak #toebalance #yogiontour #nby #nbyoga (at Lagoi Beach, Bintan) https://www.instagram.com/p/Br65pnhgm6C/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=91pnprau3w66

[infinitystrap]

Wishing everyone Happy Warm Holidays - wherever you live, whatever you 🎉☺️🥂❄️💥💥💥 Day 10 of #isbalancingact is any #squatvariation #garlandpose Today is the perfect day to chill in any #Squatpose - Knees close or apart or sidesquat - be present and breathe!! Hello hips! ☺️🔥🔥 If your heels do not reach the ground, place a folded blanket or #yogabrik under the heels. You can also try a block or bolster under the hips for support! Thanks for the helpful and clear tips @catvaladezyoga @marastina ☺️❤️🙏 Options: 🔥bound #malasana @yogamand 🔥#Halflotustoesquat @yoga_sup_queen 🔥#Skandasana variations @nicolettedavid @seonia #infinitystrap#yogabrik#toestand#toesquat#pistolsquat https://www.instagram.com/p/Br0f34fAWNd/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=17mpjfv3wg5gh

[infinitystrap]

Happy Xmas eve! ☺️❤️✨✨ Day 9 of #isbalancingact is any variant of #chairpose #utkstasana There is so much going on here in terms of balance between the front and back of the body. Take care to keep belly engaged to keep pelvis neutral, to protect the lower back and lean back so weight is in your heels. If your heels do not reach the ground, place a folded blanket under the heels. Using a block in between the arms or thighs help active those muscles a little more. If lifting arms straight up is not your thing today, you can keep hands on hips or prayer position. Breathe and enjoy!! Option: Try it with back against a wall - still working the quads and core! 🔥🔥 🔥On a #yogaBRIK @alvinephotography 🔥With a twist or bind @luzm.arrondo @yoga.garage One legged Chair pose @marastina One legged + twist @yogawithwisana @cristyyogi @yoga_mami https://www.instagram.com/p/Brxx4fYAepQ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=17b9dyodr1htx

[nbyoga-blog]

Hip bones high....not quite stacked but my hamstrings are tight and having serious sciatic pains today which made this an extra challenge! Sciatica is the price I pay for travelling by plane, but yoga definitely helps ease it a little. . Day 6 of #ISbalancingact with @infinitystrap and #dolphinpose or #halffeatheredpeackockpose #ardhapinchamayurasana . #mindfulness #effortlesseffort #infinitystrap #balance #inbalance #yogatravels #stretchandgrow #outdooryoga #yogaplay #yogapracticenotyogaperfect #doyoga #mypractice #yogastudent #dailyyoga #yogachallenges #cambodiayoga #raffles #phnompenhyoga #benddontbreak #sciatica #armbalance #inversion #hipshigh #poolsideyoga (at Raffles Hotel Le Royal) https://www.instagram.com/p/BrxMab5gYyM/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=18hqa9uvy4rb5

[nbyoga-blog]

Heart Open 💕Mind Open . I think heart opening postures with balance are one of the most difficult things, they seem to tap into any vulnerabilities. . Day 5 of #ISbalancingact with @infinitystrap and #ustrasana #camelpose variation . #mindfulness #infinitystrap #balance #inbalance #yogatravels #stretchandgrow #outdooryoga #yogaplay #yogapracticenotyogaperfect #fitandhealthy #doyoga #mypractice #yogastudent #dailyyoga #asanapractice #cambodia #cambodiayoga #raffles #phnompenh #phnompenhyoga #openheart #benddontbreak (at Raffles Hotel Le Royal) https://www.instagram.com/p/BrwiVTfgqvC/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1jxwmy5t6bsl