I really enjoy back-bends. Sitting at a desk all day leaves my spine in a less than ideal condition. I also have a few minor neck injuries that feel a lot better when I practice lots of back-bends
In fact, I’ve recently made it a habit to fit in a good array of back-bends into my home practice, even when I only have 20 or 30 minutes for a quick session. I’ll do a few Sun A’s and B’s, transition into a few twists (usually Twisting Crescent Lunge and Twisting Chair) and then start out with the back-bends. The focal point is usually 3 Wheels held for 5 long breaths each.
At the end of this short home practice, I always feel great. I also notice that doing backbends on a daily basis keeps my spine more supple throughout the day. My neck and shoulders are far less tense, and when I do make it into the studio, I don’t feel super stiff.
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