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 | Twisting yoga postures are good for improving spinal mobility, which can be lost as we age or due to a sedentary lifestyle. They also feel great, especially after a day spent sitting at a desk. As always, trying for the best possible alignment ensures you are twisting safely and with maximum effect. Let's look at a supine, a seated, and a standing twist. | |
Supine Spinal Twist - Supta Matsyendrasana
This twist can go as gentle as you like as you are supported by the floor the whole time. Bend both knees to take it easier or you can take the legs into an eagle configuration to intensify the pose.
| Seated Spinal Twist - Ardha Masyendrasana
It's easy to get so enthusiastic about this pose that you twist your butt right off the floor. But while this may allow you to go around further, it removes the solid base of your spine from which the twist originates. Also remember that it's not about how far you can crane your neck around. Try it sometime with the head hanging down to see what that feels like. And finally, you can also do this pose in a chair.
| Revolved Triangle - Parivrtta Trikonasana
Twisting in a standing position adds the issue of balance to your challenges. If this pose is difficult for you, I recommend using a block under your bottom hand. Getting that extra lift can help make some more room in the torso for your twist.
| Pose of the Week - Twisting Lunge
 If your body craves deep, dynamic twists, look no further than this lunge with a twist. Having the elbow outside your opposite knee gives you some resistance as you turn, while the lunging position has you simultaneously working on your balance. If this position looks a little too unstable, you can get a similar effect from revolved side angle.
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