Veronique Gauthier – Yoga for Back Health

You can strengthen your back with yoga.

60 to 70% of adults in industrialised countries will suffer from lower back pain at some point in their lives, according to the World Health Organisation. One of the major causes of disability is it.

The most common issues around back pain are covered in this program.

Each class in the program focuses on one aspect or area.

• Release and tone the psoas muscle which is often tight due to our sedentary lifestyle and associated with lower back pain.
• Safely develop a strong and stable core. This will help support your back and stabilise your pelvis.
• Open the pectorals and strengthen the shoulder area. You will feel more relaxed, breathe more fully and improve your posture.
• Release and relax the muscles of the neck. This will help for upper body tension and tension headaches etc.
• Learn a sequence to strengthen the whole of the back and keep it healthy
• The last class in this program is a relaxation sequence for you to practise after every class.

If you have a problem in the neck, for example, you may want to repeat the video more often.

If your back feels better, you should keep practicing these videos.

WHO IS IT FOR?

All EkhartYoga members can attend this class. It is beneficial for general back health, but not a substitute for medical attention. It is your responsibility to take care of your body. If you have a serious back injury, you should consult with a health professional.