The solstice is upon us and the days are as short as they’ll be all year. In this time of inward and reflection let yourself rest deeply in supportive, passive yoga poses. This posture is deeply nurturing to tired adrenal glands and kidneys while gently stretching the back, side-body, and neck. And it provides a moment of pure rest when you need it.
Restorative side bend with a bolster
Sit with your knees bent and feet flat to the floor and a bolster (or a few folded blankets) placed the long way behind your lower back. Let your knees come over to the right and shift onto the outside of your right hip. Place your hands on either side of the bolster and lower yourself down so that your belly is on the bolster. Turn your left ear to the bolster and relax your arms and shoulders. Breath into your hips, low back, belly and chest. Let yourself be completely supported by the prop underneath you and rest deeply.
Spend 5 minutes on each side.
Pose modeled by Alexandra Becker-Black, (Artist Extraordinaire)