Hello! I’ve got a little update for ya…
On Nov. 4th, 2018,
I’ll be launching a membership portal on my site,
LeighaButlerYoga.com
Weekly hour-long Vinyasa classes for $9.99/mo
You don’t have to be pregnant to enjoy this grounding vinyasa practice.
I didn’t actually set out to make a prenatal video — My almost-five-months pregnant body just so happened to want to move in certain ways today:
Close to the ground. Mindful. Interior. Focused. An emphasis on making space in the torso. Maintaining strength without overdoing it.
If you ARE pregnant:
1. I do Ardha Matsyendrasana twists here because my belly isn’t compleeeeeetely in the way — yet. If you’re not digging this twist, one modification is to twist gently in the other direction. Every person will tolerate twisting differently, so back off if you’re not sure how you’re liking it.
2. Some prenatal instruction recommends taking it easy on the back bending. I’m of the USE-YOUR-INTUITION school of prenatal instruction: If my body is signaling “Yes,” then I am trusting its wisdom. So far, heart opening feels nothing short of divine even though I definitely have to take it slower and less deep than when I’m not preg. You’ll see some gentle backbending invitations here — I hope you’ll (always) do only what you’re body is saying a big resounding YYEESSS to.
3. I do a wide-legged fold here. It is possible to overstretch, especially the groin area, if you are pregnant. Please take it slowly and only do what your body is craving. Injuries are never fun, but they’re especially not fun at such a sensitive time.
4. Savasana. I foolishly plopped on the ground in a reclined position here without consideration for the mommas who are no longer lying on their backs. If reclining on your back is uncomfortable, do not do it!
Pull out the pillows! Elevate your upper body or even lie on your side, but do give yourself some sweet down time a la savasana.
May you feel supported on this beautiful journey.
with love,
Leigha
p.s. These leggings are from Gear Bunch — GearBunch.com. I was not paid to promote them, but I did accept a pair in exchange for wearing them in a video and linking to them. I can honestly say that they’re super comfortable, they fit perfectly. They’re pretty lightweight while not being see-through. I genuinely love them and will wear them again and again. The site has many, many different creative patterns and colors to choose from.
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