Module 2 - Opening and Grounding the Feet
In this module we learn about stretching and strengthening the feet. We also cover proper alignment and variations in stances for the standing poses. Videos highlight content in Chapter 2, pages 19-32 of Becca's book, Find your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Teaching-Yoga-Creative-Cueing-Classes/dp/1734744200.
Total video run time for this module is 30 minutes.
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2.1 Opening the Feet First Helps to Open the Legs and Hips
Learn why opening the first first is a common practice in yoga and pilates studios. Practice rolling the feet on small balls and various yoga toe exercises with Becca and Tim.
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2.2 Working with the Feet in Standing Poses: Mountain
Learn ways to cue the feet in standing poses, and then spend some time in Mountain with detailed cueing starting at the feet and ending at the head.
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2.3 Accessible Variations in Stances for the Standing Poses
All the Options Beyond the Traditional Heel-to-Arch Alignment
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2.4 Learn Basic and Deeper Cues for Pyramid starting from the Feet and Moving up to the Head
Watch Becca teach Tim Pyramid and learn some deeper and more subtle cues and alignment lessons for Pyramid.
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2.5 How to Work the Feet in the Seated Poses
In the Hatha yoga style we actively work the feet and arches while spreading the toes. This helps to draw energy through the arches and more deeply activate the muscles of the legs and hips.
