Spread Your Wings - Yoga Therapeutics for the Upper Back
with Jennifer O'Sullivan
Saturday, April 14
2:30 - 5:00 pm
$40

Our unique human musculature evolved over millions of years so that our body could stand and walk upright and generally be much more physically active than it is today. But over the last century, most people have shifted from physical to sedentary lifestyles, causing our muscles to grow weak and stiff. With the rise of computer-based jobs, long commutes behind the wheel, and increased overall stress, it’s no wonder that many of us experience soreness or even chronic pain in the upper back, neck and shoulders.

In this therapeutic yoga workshop, we’ll discuss the major causes of pain and how yoga can support you through the healing process. We’ll practice a range of therapeutic yoga postures and movements to help you reconnect to the wing-like muscles of the upper body, increase flexibility, strengthen and balance weak muscles, and reduce pain in this area. By unlocking the upper body, many also experience a renewed sense of energy and freedom to breathe deeply.

All levels and bodies are welcome, including pregnant women who are still comfortable on their back and belly. While therapeutic yoga is gentle compared to other forms of yoga, we will be exploring a wide range of motion in the neck and shoulders as well as practicing weight-bearing postures such as cobra and down-dog. If you are recovering from an injury please consult your doctor before attending. For more information, please contact jen@be-sati.com.