table asana
to suspension bridge

Technique:

1. Partner's face each other standing and place their hands on their partner's shoulders. Each partner then bends over walking their feet back enough to place their upper body in a position that is parallel to the floor. Hold this pose for 5 breaths. This completes the Table Pose.

2.  Next each partner slides their hands down your partners arms to their wrists and hold, giving a firm pull to create a good leg stretch for your partner in what is known as the Suspension Bridge. Hold this pose for five breaths as well.

Health Benefits: Stretches leg and back muscles

 

Keep in Mind: Even if you cannot do the Suspension Bridge with a completely straight backm, like in the image below, you still get the benefit of a great stretch!

 

Breathe Deep:

If you don't have control of your breath, you will get only half the benefit of the pose.

If possible, perform this position in front of a mirror. This is to insure you keep your back straight, unlike the curved back in this image. When your back is straight you get a complete stretch of all the right muscles. However, if all you can achieve in the beginning is a curved back then that is okay. Your back will straighten as you continue to practice.


Acrobatic Postures: Supported Chair Balance - Low Tabletop - Chest Balance Asana

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