THIERRY GIUNTA
Benefits
Upavistha Konasana is a great hip opening exercise. It is ideal to increase hip mobility and hamstring flexibility. It is also good for strengthening the back and improving posture as the starting point of this pose should be a perfect upright upper body position. I have chosen to perform this asana using the BeamBlock because the elevation element adds an additional flexibility challenge in the groin area. The process of bending forward beautifully demonstrates the importance of keeping the body and mind connected during your practice, to develop greater body awareness and maintain good technique. A powerful, soothing and therapeutic experience and a lovely pose to include in your daily practice.
Common Mistakes
If you can, try to avoid bending the spine. Most people have tight hips and short hamstrings which limits their ability to bend forward. This often results in curving the thoracic spine in an attempt to compensate for the lack of mobility in the hips and to reach further forward. A forward bend is facilitated by hip movement and hamstring flexibility only. The spine plays a very small part in a forward bend. As your hips become gradually more flexible, your pelvis will tilt forward more easily. The tilting of the hips is essential to the forward bend movement. The spine is attached to the hips so when you are ready to tilt forward the spine will follow in the same direction. Your spine will not curve anymore as it does not need to. If your hips are tight, a good alternative would be to remove the forward bending element of the pose and keep the spine upright. You may want to use your hands and arms to assist you if need be.
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March 2017
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