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You know it, you (might) love it. Let's talk about Pigeon Pose!🐦 Pigeon Pose is one of my all-time favorite hip openers. But for many of us, finding ease and even taking just a few breaths in this pose can feel like a BIG ask. If you struggle to get into Pigeon or feel like your body’s screaming at you once you’re there, these 3 tips might just change the game: 👇 🐦 Don't micromanage your body parts! It's time to toss out outdated cues like “bring your front shin parallel to the mat.” For most people (especially my tight-hip club), that’s just not realistic. Give yourself the freedom to do what feels good for your body! I like to point my toes and pull my foot closer to my groin. Find what works for YOU! 🐦 Forget the term "ass to grass." If you have a little space between your hip and the ground, ain't no thang! Pigeon pose brings you into a considerable degree of external hip rotation. If you don't have the space just yet, let gravity do the work, and your hip will open over time. You can always add a prop like a blanket or block underneath your hip to prop you up! 🐦 If Pigeon pose is simply not for you (for whatever reason), you have other options! A reclined figure-four stretch is an amazing alternative. It targets the same muscles but feels oh-so-lovely (and can feel easier on your knees). If you’re tired of fighting your body in yoga class, second-guessing every pose, or feeling like every teacher gives conflicting cues, then you NEED my No Bullsh*t Yoga Pose Library. Inside, you’ll find: ✅ Step-by-step breakdowns of 90+ of the most common yoga poses taught in a way that actually makes sense. ✅ Modifications and progressions for YOUR unique body ✅ Tips for using props to support and deepen your practice. 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to get all the details! It’s time to OWN your practice and feel confident on the mat. . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility

Constantly eating the floor in Astavakrasana? The biggest mistake I see people make in this (and most arm balances) is thinking their upper body strength is what helps them fly. But what if I told you your push-up count has NOTHING to do with whether you fly or faceplant? 🤯 What actually makes these shapes fly is not determined by your strength but by doing the right things with your body at the right time. Things like shifting your center of gravity out of your feet and into your hands and using your fingers as your braking system. And (your favorite IG influencer won’t like me saying this… 👀) those crazy arm balances you see all over social media? Yeah, you can do them too! I won’t break down every detail of this pose here (keep reading to learn where you can get the details!), but here are two key mechanics you’re likely missing in Eight Angle Pose: 💥 Squeeze your inner thighs against your arm to create a vice grip. This is a key action, especially if your hips go "WEEEEE!" when you lift yourself off the floor. 🤝 Flex your feet, hook your ankles over one another, and kick through your feet to lengthen your legs away from your torso. Try it out! Set up for your Astavakrasana and think: vice grip, hook, lengthen, SQUEEZE! If you've been struggling to fly your Astavakrasana, Crow Pose, Koundi A, or any other arm balance, I promise you don't need more strength. All you need is a method that WORKS and someone to show you how. :) And I break it all down for you inside my FREE Arm Balance Masterclass. You’ll learn the exact mechanics and step-by-step techniques that will make flying possible fast in YOUR unique body. 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to grab the training so you can get started right away! Let’s fly! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

Are you making THIS mistake in your arm balance practice? I see so many people fall into the trap of thinking they need more core, wrist, or shoulder strength to fly on their hands or upside down. And it's not your fault you think that! We hear this repeatedly in yoga class and literally everywhere online. Think about it. How many times TODAY did you scroll by (and maybe even save) a post with 5 core exercises you NEED to nail crow pose or handstand? Here's the truth: you're already strong enough! If you have enough strength to carry a bag of groceries from your car to your kitchen, you ALREADY have the strength. And if you just read that and thought, "Okay... then WHY am I still struggling to balance?" It’s because you haven't learned the proper technique and mechanics it actually takes to fly - YET! Because “put your hands here, now lift your feet” is just NOT enough information, and yoga classes rarely take the time to give you ALL the cues and info you need to make it happen. And that's exactly what I specialize in teaching. If you're ready to make insane progress in your arm balance and inversions practice without doing more core work, extra Chaturanga push-ups, or flexibility training, you NEED my free Arm Balance Masterclass. Inside, you’ll learn the step-by-step method that breaks down arm balances and inversions in a way that feels accessible and empowering for your unique body! 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to grab the training! It’s time to stop fighting for your limitations and show yourself what you’re truly capable of! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

Does anyone else do this? Or just me? PS- Before anyone tries to come for me, please know this is a joke! Your yoga practice should be for YOU and not for anyone else. 🙏 But I knooooow I’m not the only one who’s like, “fuck, the teacher’s coming” 🤣 . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

Does Your Chaturanga Feel Like a Belly Flop? I got you! Chaturanga Dandasana (Four-Limbed Staff Pose) - aka your yogi push-up - is one of the most common poses in yoga class. And the best part? Like every yoga pose, it can be modified to support your body while helping you build strength over time. If you usually skip Chaturanga and head straight to Downward Dog, here are a few ways to find a variation that works for you right now: 💥 Forget the 90-degree rule! We often think Chaturanga “doesn’t count” unless our elbows hit that perfect 90-degree angle. But that’s just not true! If you only bend your elbows slightly, that’s totally fine. Work with your current range, and as you build strength (with these drills), you’ll gradually go lower. 💥 Use gravity to your advantage! Instead of lowering down from plank, flip the script and try pressing UP from the floor. Start on your belly with your hands in line with your lower ribs. Engage your core, bend your knees, and keep only your chest, hands, and knees on the floor. Then, with a strong exhale, press into your hands with power to lift yourself up. 💥 Train it at the wall! Place your hands on a wall and step your feet back slightly. Engage your glutes and core, bend your elbows, and push away. Without the full weight of gravity working against you, this drill helps you build control and strength - without the dreaded belly flop. Give these variations a try, and watch your Chaturanga get stronger over time! 💪✨ If you want to learn more unique drills and step-by-step techniques to unlock your Chaturanga Dandasana, you need my Chaturanga Masterclass! It’s a 2-hour, in-depth masterclass to teach you how to rock this pose from the ground up. Gain an in-depth understanding of this powerful full-body pose and ways to modify, progress, and build it up no matter where you're starting from! Click the l!nk in my b!o! It’s just $37, and you get lifetime access. . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility

Confused about hand placement in Downward Facing Dog or Plank? I’ve got you! 🙌 When I first started practicing yoga, I was so confused about how to position my hands in certain poses. I was constantly shuffling my hands around and spying on my neighbor to see if I was doing it 'right.' You may hear different things from different teachers, but there is no one-size-fits-all because how you place your hands depends on a few things unique to your body! 👇 1️⃣ Your carrying angle. Stand with your arms at your sides, palms forward. Notice how your forearms naturally angle outwards (or even inwards!) compared to your upper arms? That’s called your carrying angle! Everyone's carrying angle will look slightly different, but if yours is larger, a wider Downward Facing Dog might feel better than having your hands shoulder-width distance apart. 2️⃣ Your shoulder and wrist flexibility. If you have tighter shoulders when you try to lift your arms overhead, or have wrist discomfort when your forearms are supposed to make a right angle to your wrists (such as in plank pose), placing your hands so that your index fingers point toward the top of your mat (like many teachers cue) might feel a little restrictive. Instead, play with turning your hands out slightly so your index fingers point toward the top corners of your mat - that can make a huge difference for tight shoulders and any wrist tension you might be feeling! Play around and find what works for YOU. If you're constantly eyeballing your neighbor in yoga class and feel more confused than zen, I've got just the thing! My No Bullsh*t Yoga Pose Library goes in-depth on over 90 of the most common yoga poses, with unique, easy-to-approach cues and techniques, so you can stop scratching your head and truly own your yoga practice. 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to get all the details! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility

🤸‍♂️ Where my curly hair yogis at?! 🤸‍♂️ Can you relate!? 😂It's like... do you even OWN a hair tie?! Know a long-haired or curly-haired friend who can relate? Tag them in the comments! 👇 . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

"Whyyyy is Revolved Triangle Pose SO hard?!" Revolved Triangle (Parivrtta Trikonasana) is one of those sneaky poses that looks simple but asks A LOT from your body! I often see people coming into their Revolved Triangle pose and struggling to find a comfortable footing or just throwing their arm in the air and calling it a day. Rather than accepting defeat and labeling this pose as one 'your body just doesn't like,' you get to modify and adjust the pose so it feels good in YOUR unique body! Next time your teacher calls for Revolved Triangle, try these game-changing tips: First things first, if you don't use props in your practice, it's time to get over yourself and grab a freaking yoga block 🤣. The height of the block will depend on your body, so play around with different heights to find what works. The second thing to consider is your feet! 👣 If you feel wobbly AF, imagine standing on train tracks and bring your feet a little wider. Anchor yourself into position by squeezing your inner thighs towards each other, driving your back heel towards the floor, and pull your front hip back and IN towards the midline. Lastly, don't shortchange yourself! It can be easy to forget this pose is a mega twist. Before you even think about taking your arm up, lengthen the crown of your head away from your hips, and wrap your lower ribs underneath you. This pose is all about alignment over ego! If you're ready to feel empowered in your yoga practice and learn not only what to do in these poses but how to modify or adjust them to fit your unique body... 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to check out my No Bullsh*t Yoga Pose Library so you can finally feel strong and confident in your practice today! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

If you've ever taken a yoga class before, you may be familiar with the cue "Pull your navel to your spine." What the heck does that mean?! The answer lies in your Transverse Abdominis (or TVA, for short)! 🧠 Your TVA is the deepest of your abdominal muscles, sitting just below your internal obliques. The TVA starts at either side of your spine, wraps around your torso, connects to your ribcage and ends at the middle line of your abdomen. This particular muscle is hugely important because it not only keeps your internal organs...internal, but it supports your pelvis and spine so you can stand upright (or upside down), walk, run, fly, breathe, and do all the badass things you do on and off your yoga mat. In short, the TVA cinches the sides of your waist IN and the front of your belly to the back of your body, much like a corset would. Want to feel it in action? Try this: ✨ Place your hands on your waist. 🌬️ Inhale deeply and feel your belly expand into your hands. 🌟 Exhale slowly and imagine lacing up the corset, cinching everything in as you draw your navel towards your spine and your side ribs in and up. The next time your yoga teacher cues you to "pull your navel to your spine," think about your corset muscle working to stabilize and see if you feel the difference! What other yoga cues do you hear often that make you scratch your head? Drop them in the comments below, I'd love to help! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

🚨 Struggling to peel your feet off the wall in your inversions? 🚨 You might think this is a core strength issue. But on the contrary, if you can walk around upright or carry your groceries inside from your car, you have more than enough core strength to balance upside down. The secret to feeling stable on your hands or forearms is your core ENGAGEMENT, not your core STRENGTH. Because what really makes these shapes balance is understanding what to do with your body parts and when! The next time your feet feel glued to the wall, here’s the fix that will change everything: ✨ Close the ‘jaw’ of your core. We use this term inside my arm balance and inversions program, Yogi Flight School. Imagine your core is the jaw of a big cookie monster! If the monster’s jaw is open, you’ll end up in backbend city. Imagine the monster is snacking on some cookies and close the jaw of your core by pulling your front ribs toward your frontal hip bones and sending your tailbone up towards the ceiling. This creates stability from your core up through your spine to help you create stability and balance without needing the wall. Give it a try and let me know if you notice a difference! If you’ve been struggling in your inversions practice, whether you’re working on finding balance without the wall or struggling to kick up, my FREE Inversions Masterclass will break everything down and get you flying FAST! 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to grab the training! You’ll learn my unique step-by-step method that has helped thousands of ninjas find balance faster than they thought possible, and you’re next. Let’s go! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

"My wrists are too weak for arm balances." 🥲 Sound familiar? If that sounds like you, I'm going to hold your hand when I say this... 🤝 that could not be further from the truth! Any time your hands are on the ground, whether you're balancing crow pose or heading to Downward Facing Dog, the real muscles doing the work are in your forearms - your finger flexors and extensors (the ones that help you open and close your hands). The muscles in your wrists are teeny-tiny, and while they're important, their main job is to stabilize your wrist joint. If your wrists ache or feel weak in your yoga practice, the real issue is most likely NOT your wrists! And because everything is connected, working on your grip strength, opening and closing your fingers, and doing MFR, will trickle down and make a huge difference in your wrists! The MORE you work on your forearms, the MORE your wrists will be able to handle. You’ll be amazed at what your body can do when you shift your focus and work on the things that actually make a difference! Want more detailed tips for dealing with and getting out of wrist pain for good in your yoga practice? My UnF*ck Your Wrists Course gives you lifetime access to everything you need to create a strong foundation for your practice and make wrist pain a thing of the past! Inside, you’ll: ✔ Understand why wrist pain happens & how to prevent it. ✔ Learn how to modify your practice to meet your needs. ✔ Build stronger wrists & forearms for pain-free yoga. ✔ Prep your hands like a pro. 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to grab lifetime access for just $27 USD (limited-time offer)! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

Don't do another handstand without trying this drill! The #1 question I get is: "How can I balance my handstand in a straight line?" While there are multiple factors that make your handstand balance in general, your SHOULDERS play a key role. In order to balance the 'Insta-worthy' straight-line handstand, our shoulders need to be in what's called an 'open shoulder position' - where our arms make a 180 degree (or greater) angle with our torso when we lift our arms overhead. Whether your shoulders naturally come into an open position will depend largely on your range of overhead shoulder flexion. But truthfully, MOST of us will default to closed-shoulder position (where our arms make a less than 180 degree angle with our torso) due to our lifestyle. And while you can balance this way, it often leads to the dreaded "banana-back" 🍌. So, if you struggle with tight shoulders or banana-backing in your handstand, here's one of my favorite drills to help with that: 💥 With your chest facing the wall, place your hands on the ground beneath your shoulders and bring your feet overhead so you're in a handstand-esque shape. 💥 Start by shifting your shoulders forward beyond your wrists into closed-shoulder position. 💥 Push your chest through your arms as if you're sending your nipples toward the wall to come into open-shoulder position. Do that a couple of times and notice the difference. Be sure to play around with different leg variations to see how it would feel when you balance! Want to learn more and make 2025 the year you FINALLY unlock balance in your handstand? 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to check out my Inversions Masterclass. You’ll learn my unique, easy-to-understand approach and unique cues that have helped thousands of people find balance upside down faster than they ever imagined. . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility

3 Things You NEED to Know About Wheel Pose (That No One’s Telling You!) If you feel stuck in Urdhva Dhanurasana (Wheel Pose or Upward Bow Pose) and like your back just won’t bend that way this is for YOU! 1️⃣ It’s (probably) NOT your back! A lot of people assume they can’t do this pose because their back is too weak or not bendy enough. But guess what? Your shoulders might be the real culprit! Wheel Pose requires a deep degree of shoulder flexion (arms reaching overhead). If that movement feels restricted - whether in daily life or poses like Warrior 1 - it can limit your range in Wheel too. 👉 Try adding Puppy Pose and Dolphin Pose to your practice to open up your shoulders. 2️⃣ Hand placement makes ALL the difference. Most teachers will tell you to place your hands with your fingers pointing towards your shoulders …….but that can feel awkward or even painful for many people. Instead, try turning your hands slightly outward (fingers pointing towards the long edges of your mat). ✅ This small change can reduce wrist strain and create more space for your shoulders, making it easier to lift yourself up! 3️⃣ Your LEGS are your secret weapon. To lift and open your chest, don’t just push with your arms - drive through your legs! Focus on pressing firmly into your feet and sending your chest in the direction your gaze is pointing. TL;DR: Open your shoulders, adjust your hands, and USE your legs! 💪✨ Give these tips a try and let me know if they help! 🚀 Want to demystify even more yoga poses so you can practice them in a way that actually feels good? 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to get all the info on my No Bullsh*t Yoga Pose Library. Learn the step-by-step breakdown, modifications, and progressions for more than 90 of the most common yoga poses so you never feel lost in class again! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners

Struggling with Compass Pose? This simple tweak will change EVERYTHING. If you’ve ever felt like your hamstrings are screaming, your shoulder is in the way, or you can’t seem to get your leg fully straight in your Compass Pose (Surya Yantrasana), I can assure you, you're not alone! Most of us come into Compass Pose by slicing our arm across our leg, resting our bodyweight on our hand, and then kicking our other leg out to the side. But if you're in the tight ANYTHING club, this is NOT going to feel very open in your body. The tiny shift? Order of operations! The first thing you want to do is take the time to backpack your leg as high on the back of your arm as you can get it. You might need to fight for it and really work your thigh higher up on your shoulder. The higher you can get it, the better! Then, you want to internally rotate your bottom hand (so your fingertips face you). You can now use your bottom elbow as leverage to push your leg back to create more space and opening through your chest. Finally, rotate your hand open again, and BOOM - your arm is in a stronger position, your leg has way more clearance, and the whole pose feels so much more accessible. Give it a shot next time you're on your yoga mat, and let me know how it goes! If you love brilliant yoga hacks like this, there's more where that came from! My No Bullsh*t Yoga Pose Library has more than 90 detailed pose breakdowns to help you nail the most common yoga poses without the fluff, frustration, or unnecessary struggle. 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to get all the info! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

On the struggle bus with One-Legged Crow? If your knee slides off your arm, or you’re ferociously jumping, hoping to catch even a second of lightness, I can tell you exactly what you're missing, and no, it's not more core strength. It’s understanding the mechanics and knowing the right steps. Unfortunately, most yoga classes don’t break that down for you. But that’s where I come in! I created Yogi Flight School because I was tired of hearing that arm balances are only for the strongest, most flexible yogis. The truth? It’s not about strength - it’s about strategy. My mission is to show you how these badass shapes are possible for anyone with the right method, a unique approach, and a little practice. Here are two GAME-CHANGING tips to help you unlock One-Legged Crow 👇 ✅ Find the Sweet Spot for Your Knee If your knee slips off your arm, find the little divot on the back of your elbow (we call it the "elbow hole"). Place your knee there for instant stability! ✅ Shift Your Weight Forward Balance happens when your center of gravity moves far enough forward for your back toes to naturally lift. If you’re jumping, you’re not far enough forward! If that blew your mind and you're wondering what other game-changing tips you're missing out on to make these shapes possible without building more strength, my Free Arm Balance Masterclass is your next step! 🔴Click the l!nk in my b!o to grab the training and start flying on your hands today! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

🚨Nobody is talking about how crucial Mulabandha is in yoga! 🧘‍♀️ You're probably thinking, "Mula-WHO?!" Mulabandha, also known as your root lock (or pelvic floor lock), is one of many Bandhas - or energetic locks - in yoga. I won't be going into detail about all the Bandhas today (stay tuned for more!), but Mulabandha is the upward lift of energy from your pelvic floor that creates lightness and buoyancy in all areas of your yoga practice (especially your arm balances and inversions). So, how do we activate this magical energetic lock? Let's do it together! 👇 🧘‍♀️ Start in a comfortable seat on your heels. ✈️ Now picture this: You’re on a long-haul flight. You really need to use the bathroom, but… 1️⃣ It’s the middle of the night. 2️⃣ The person next to you is fast asleep. 3️⃣ BOTH bathrooms are occupied. 😰 Uh-oh! Now what? ❌ Don't pee on the plane! Engage your pelvic floor by squeezing the muscles that prevent you from going (#1 AND #2). Keep holding, and imagine you're reaching down through the inside of your body to lift everything UP. That upward lift is Mulabandha! Activating Mulabandha is especially important if you feel heavy, saggy, or like you're sinking onto your arms when you try to balance your hands. If you’ve been struggling with arm balances, feeling stuck in your practice, or just want to explore a new approach to flying, I’ve got something just for you. 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to check out my free Arm Balance Masterclass that will break down all the nitty-gritty details you need to start flying on your hands today without any prerequisites! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

Picture this: It's your weekly Tuesday night power yoga class. 🧘‍♀️ You're about 20 minutes into class when your teacher says, "If Crow pose is in your practice, take it now." With joy, you catch your Crow. You're feeling awesome, holding a stable and sturdy Crow pose. Then, your yoga teacher says, "If you're in Crow pose, feel free to jumpback." Wait. What?! 😳 You’ve never tried that before, and your teacher offers no cues or instructions. You go for it anyway… but your knees feel glued to your arms, your feet don’t budge, and everything feels HEAVY AF. If you can relate, here's what you need to know about this transition. Nailing your jumpback from Crow is about trust, speed, your breath, and following these specific orders of operations👇 🔥 From Crow pose, extend your spine forward as if you're coming into baby cobra in your upper back. Think heart forward, spine long. 🔥 Take a big inhale. 🔥 As you exhale, make a powerful "HUH" and see if you can land your knees between your hands to start. If you're worried about landing on your kneecaps, you can pad your space with something soft to protect your knees. Start small at first, and each time you practice, aim to land a little farther back. With time and practice, your trust will build, and eventually, you'll be able to land with your legs fully extended in Chaturanga. If you're ready to make insane progress in your arm balance practice, I break down everything you need in my FREE Arm Balance Masterclass. You'll learn the nitty-gritty details and step-by-step mechanics you need to unlock balance and transition seamlessly between poses without years of practice or hours of core work. 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to grab it! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

Do your legs feel like bricks when you try to lower slowly from a headstand? Let me tell you why! Before you say, “It’s my core strength, Nat! My yoga teacher said so!” - I’m gonna stop you right there. Thinking that core strength is the main factor in controlling your descent from a headstand is one of the biggest myths out there. Yes, core strength matters, but it’s not the secret sauce you think it is. The REAL key? Your center of gravity. It’s all about physics! 💡 Think of your center of gravity as your hips in a headstand: ➡️ If your hips stay stacked directly over your head as you lower your legs, your center of gravity stays too far forward. The weight of your legs will pull you down fast - probably faster than you’d like! ➡️ But if you shift your hips BACK (think about sticking your butt out behind you), your center of gravity moves back with them. This counterbalances the weight of your legs, allowing for a smooth, controlled descent. So if you feel like you're plummeting down every time you try to come out of a headstand, try this shift. It makes a WORLD of difference! Want to dive deeper and find balance on your hands and upside down in record time without needing more core strength? My Inversions Masterclass will blow your mind! 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to grab the training, completely free! No core strength, flexibility, or prior yoga experience necessary! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

What if learning to stand on your hands could change your entire life? Sounds crazy, right? But hear me out! As many of you know, it took me FIVE years to learn how to balance my handstand. Those five years were filled with frustration, self-doubt, and countless face-plants. But here's the thing - those years also completely transformed me and my life. Before you roll your eyes and think, “Yeah, right, TRANSFORM my life? You must be high.” Stick with me. If you’ve been struggling to go after ANYTHING you want (whether it’s standing on your hands or starting that business), what’s the ONE thing stopping you? Maybe you’re afraid of getting it wrong. Maybe you’re worried about what people will think. Maybe you don’t want to fail, or maybe, deep down, you don’t want the responsibility that comes from success. Whatever it may be, do you see a common theme? It's fear! Fear is what stops most of us from going after our goals and living our dreams. Inversions teach us how to BREAK THROUGH those exact fears! Why? You can’t unlock balance in an inversion unless you’re willing to lean into discomfort, push past your doubts, and challenge the beliefs holding you back. And most of us will stay stuck in our inversions practice (and our lives) because we are unwilling to do that. How we do one thing is how we do EVERYTHING, which is why unlocking new poses, going after what we want, and being willing to push beyond our limiting beliefs can be LIFE CHANGING. If you've been feeling stuck on your mat or in your life, and you're ready to finally break through your fear and show yourself what's possible... 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to check out my FREE Inversions Masterclass so you can start flying, break through fear, and unlock what’s truly possible for you TODAY! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class

🔥 Hot Take: Handstands aren’t about perfection. They’re about freedom. Somewhere along the way, we got caught up in chasing the “perfect handstand” for the Instagram likes, and forgot what this practice can actually give us. I’ll own it - I started my handstand journey because I wanted to do cool sh*t. And that’s totally fine! But what I learned along the way is this: Handstands are about so much more. They’re about trusting yourself, leaning into fear, and proving that you can do what once felt impossible. It’s not just physical - it’s a mindset shift that transforms how you show up for yourself and your life. This practice creates freedom. Mentally, physically, and emotionally. If you want to experience that kind of transformation….take ownership. Of your body. Your thoughts. Your life. You’ve got everything you need to fly. 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to grab my Free Inversions Masterclass! You'll learn everything you need to build a solid foundation to stand on your hands and upside down. Whether you're working on balancing off the wall or need guidance on kicking up, this is going to be a game changer! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance

One of the most common questions I get from my students working on Headstand is, “Why can’t I get my legs all the way straight?” Before I get into it, I want you to remember that your Headstand still counts even if your legs aren't pencil-straight. Give yourself props just for getting upside down, because that alone is celebration-worthy! 🥳 If you’re feeling like the Leaning Tower of Pisa in your Headstand, here are 3 key things to keep in mind: 🍑 Squeeze yo' butt and actively pull your legs further overhead towards hip extension. Go slow and breathe! You'll know you're in the sweet spot when your legs get light and you feel as though you might tip over. 💪 If you go into a little backbend, engage your frontal core by pulling your front ribs DOWN towards your pubic bone (stay tuned for more on this later in the week!). 🤗 Hug your elbows in towards your face. A sturdy base = a steady inversion! If you’re constantly feeling stuck in your inversions, can't stay in the air for more than a few seconds, or struggle to get your feet off the ground, you're just missing the key details to make it happen. Plain and simple. Ready to put all the pieces together so you can start flying like the ninja you are? 🔴 Click the l!nk in my b!o to check out my FREE Inversions Masterclass where I break down the step-by-step techniques, mechanics, and cues to help you fly confidently in the body you have right now! . . . #armbalancetraining #yogabalancepose #yogabalanceact #yogabalancepose #yogabreath #onandoffthemat #yogaforbegginers #flexibilitytips #yogapracticeeveryday #handbalancing #yogatips #learnyoga #handstandtraining #yogastrength #yogaflexibility . how to arm balance yoga, how to do handstand, crow pose yoga, balancing yoga poses, yoga arm balances for beginners, arm balance yoga class, learn yoga arm balance