don't get me wrong. it's not a torture chamber. in fact, it got me thinking of how bad my posture has been, and how wrongly i've been using my muscles. as a former dancer, i've taken all these for granted and have turn to the 'dark' side.
it will get better in time, and with practice, it won't hurt as much anymore. practice makes perfect, increasing confidence and reducing fear.
talking about fear, i had difficulty doing one of the poses cause i was afraid to push my shoulders down and place my chin on the floor. a few times i either plopped and laid flat on my stomach or hit my chin on the mat.
eventually, after about 30 tries, i finally managed it.
here is erin showing us how to do it..
another position that is supposed to be a relaxing position, but still feels like alot of pain for me is the downward dog.
this is not how it should be done.
as u can see, i have my heels up. but with my current flexibility and strength, this is the best i can do. i also have my elbows hyper-extended, where as it should be slightly bent and not locked in.
eventually, my downward dog should look like this.
flat foot, rounded elbows & shoulders, with a nice flat & firm tummy..
~namaste~
Nice Li Ann,
ReplyDeletemore awareness and practice. that is the key.
we are always here to keep remind you as long as you can bare with us :P
see you tomorrow!