How Do You Do The Yoga Wheel Pose With Blocks?
The yoga wheel pose is a challenging pose for beginners; however, it is extremely rewarding, as it strengthens the arms and legs, reverses the curvature of the spine to reduce chronic back pain, and opens the abdominals. Because beginners often start with poor posture, using yoga blocks can help to ensure that you are performing the pose correctly from the beginning. Lie on your back and position your blocks. Bend your knees up, placing your feet flat on the floor, and place a yoga block between your thighs, just above the knees. This block will help to ensure that you are keeping your thighs held together, just a few inches apart and will also help to strengthen the legs. Place the second block lengthwise above your head to learn proper hand positioning. Bend your elbows so that they point towards the ceiling and place your palms on the floor over head. Your fingers should be facing in, while your thumbs and index fingers grip the corner of the yoga block. Inhale deeply and push into
