Therapeutic Yoga • Seated Hip Stretches

Karen Andersen
Instructor:
Karen Andersen
Class Type:
All Levels Yoga
Length:
20 minutes
Beginner-friendly:
Yes
Pace/Style:
Moderate Hatha
Outcomes:
Ease of Movement, Clarity and Calm, Groundedness, Self-Awareness
Capacities:
Balance and Stability, Breath Control, Mindfulness, Mobility and Flexibility, Somatic Awareness
Body regions:
Autonomic Nervous System, Full Body

Tease away tension held in your hips through a series of seated stretches, guided at a steady pace. Your glutes, hamstrings, groin and hip flexors will be opened and released, bringing more ease of movement.

Recommended Props: Mat, hard blocks (optional), pillow/soft block or bolster(optional).


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