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Practice with Swamiji
6:00 - 7:07|Recorded on 8 May 2013
Gentle yoga movements strengthen the back to prevent and alleviate pain. Begin with complete relaxation, releasing tension from toes to head. Focus on natural breath. Proceed with gentle spinal twists and stretches while lying down, moving knees side to side. These movements release stiffness without force. Strengthen the parallel back muscles by raising the upper body while prone. Practice concentration by sitting on the toes and focusing on a single point. Consistency is key; practice these gentle postures daily to build a foundation for more advanced practice. This harmonizes body and mind.
"Relax your whole body from the toes to the top of the head and from the top of the head to the toes."
"When they are strong, then we don’t have pain, back pain problems."
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From: 3 Mar 2018
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