Chair Yoga Poses & Modifications

*​Consider using subtitles for assistance, and please excuse any audio variability :) For yoga students and teachers: ​Learning how to use a chair - especially for modifications if and when necessary - is invaluable for physical and mental stability and mobility. These poses are great for workday movement, seniors, travel, fatigue, and anyone who might need assistance because of issues due to balance or physiological injuries / conditions. This short video shares ​a few common chair yoga postures and modifications for several basic standing poses, or poses where the shins or knees might be compromised - for example: child's pose. Props: 1 chair 1 blanket & 2 blogs optional Postures in this video: 1. Beginning seated pose. 2. Cow & Cat / Chakravakasana Variations. 3. Seated Urdhva Baddhanguliyasana / Upward Bound Fingers Pose. 4. Simple Seated Twists. 5. Modified Adho Mukha Virasana / Child's Pose. 6. Modified Adho Mukha Svanasana / Downward Facing Dog. 7. Modified Uttanasana / Intense Forward Bend. 8. Modified Anjaneyasana / Crescent Moon Pose or Low Lunge Variations. 9. Parsvottanasana / Intense Side Stretch or Pyramid Pose. 10. Trikonasana / Triangle Pose. 11. Virabhadrasana II / Warrior II Pose. 12. Prasarita Padottanasana / Wide Legged Standing Forward Bend. ​Variations of most of these poses can be practiced while pregnant or on your cycle - with other props as needed - depending on your capabilities, energy, and comfort level. Consult ​a professional if you have any​ pressing issues or specific questions and needs. Please let me know of any questions​ - there are many other modifications you can take depending on your circumstances. Enjoy taking care of your body in this way! *A variety of yoga and mindfulness tools and more can be found on my Amazon storefront (as an affiliate, I receive a small commission): https://amzn.to/2xvWlEJ -- *Thank you for considering making a donation for these free offerings - your support really makes a difference: Insight Timer https://bit.ly/2QRI7EG