Bridge pose is one of the main poses commonly used for spinal flexibility. This is a perfect pose to add to your wellness regimen if you sit for long hours every day.

Here are some of the benefits of Bridge Pose:

• Opens the chest (heart chakra opener)
• Stretches the neck and shoulder muscles
• Supports respiratory function
• Tones the glutes, thighs, and hamstrings
• It’s a mood enhancer
• Stimulates circulation
• Increases spinal flexibility
• Supports thyroid function

Tips for beginner yogis:

• Bring your heels close to your glutes
• Place a block under by your lower back for a restorative version of this pose
• Hold this pose for at least 5 breaths
• Squeeze your knees towards each other or place a block in between your legs and squeeze the block in between your legs
• To exit, keep your hands on your mat and roll your spine down one vertebra at a time.

Try this pose in the morning after you wake up, or after a long day at work. Let me know in the comments if you like regular bridge or bridge with a yoga block underneath. I’ll catch you all on the next post!