Collect Yourself: Hip Release and Guided Rest
Re-gather and restore yourself in this simple hip opening practice followed by guided rest.
Re-gather and restore yourself in this short (yet thorough!) hip opening practice. As you explore the balance between effort and sensitivity, you'll warm up the hips through variations on side angle pose (utthita parsvakonasana) and wide-legged forward fold (prasarita padottanasana), spiced up with some side-bending action. Moving down to the floor, you'll ease into several hip openers that target the front of the hips and psoas—a frequent storage place for hidden tension—before finishing in a gentle, guided rest.
| Lenth (minutes) | 30 |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Focus | Mental Health |
| Style | Anusara |
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Lisa Long
A self-described anatomy nerd, Lisa Long is a movement teacher committed to helping individuals move well, breathe well, and be well. She has spent the last 30 years developing wellness and education programs with healthcare networks, fitness facilities, and global non-profits, and is currently passionate about her work to help others enjoy a long life filled with vitality.
Lisa is an Anusara Certified yoga teacher, IAYT Certified Yoga Therapist, YACEP, and Pilates Comprehensive Certified instructor. She has led yoga therapy teacher trainings, topic specific workshops, and yoga teacher trainings up to the 500 hour level.