Before strengthening the core muscles (the torso muscles that stabilize the hips and back), it’s important to develop awareness of how to relax, stretch, and contract them. This will help you engage them properly during asana practice, preventing strain on the back and hip flexors. Let’s get started with the techniques in this step!
Practice Guidelines
Before starting your yoga asana practice, please read the Practice Guidelines for helpful tips.
Practice daily
Practice at least one of the breathing techniques and one asana every day.
As you move and build strength, stretching your abdominals on a regular basis will keep your core supple, helping prevent tension in the abdomen and back.
Chair yoga
Core & Pelvic Floor Strength is a chair yoga session, ideal for building core strength while at your desk or for anyone with limited mobility.
Yoga props
- Wai Lana Mini Yoga Ball for Awaken Your Abs, Side Body Stretch & Strengthen, and Foundations for Core Mobility
- Yoga block for Foundations for Core Mobility
Most of our movements throughout the day engage our core in some way. Practice these sessions and courses to build core strength and stability, helping prevent injury and improving your ability to move with grace in daily life.
Wai Lana Mini Yoga Ball
You'll need this small air-filled ball for the Twist & Balance for Core Strength session.
