15/09/2026
A new commitment to myself — and to my practice.
Each day I’m sharing one strengthening yoga pose or functional movement to help build muscle, bone density and confident end‑range strength. I’m holding each pose for 5 slow breaths, repeating 5 sets, and finishing with a long, spacious counterpose to balance the work.
If you’d like to build strength alongside me, you’re so welcome to join in — one pose, five slow breaths, five steady rounds. A small daily ritual that grows powerful over time.
Today’s focus: Reverse Plank (Purvottanasana) — a powerful back‑body strengthener and heart opener.
This pose builds powerful posterior‑chain strength - glutes, hamstrings, inner thighs, triceps, spinal support, while opening the chest and shoulders. Think of it as a bridge between strength and control.
Some alignment and technique tips to think about...
* Engage the glutes — they drive the lift and protect the lower back
* Hug the inner thighs — prevents the legs from rolling out and stabilises the pelvis
* Press through the feet — especially the big toes, to activate the whole back line
* Lift the chest without flaring the ribs — think “sternum rising”
* Draw the shoulder blades down the back — creates space in the neck
* Keep the head neutral — no need to drop it back unless the neck is strong and happy
* Push the floor away — triceps and upper back switch on to support the lift
