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Yoga Back Bending, Primary Series

Back bending is a dynamic and invigorating practice as taught by Yogacharya Venkatesha of Mysore, South India, a renowned champion of back bends. This DVD presents the tradition of back bending with Heather. Whether you are new to the practice or an experienced practitioner, build a strong foundation with Heather's guided instructions on basic techniques, exercises for the mind and simple to intermediate postures.

Back bends develop tremendous flexibility and strength. With practical advice and straightforward guidance, Heather sheds light on how to make it more accessible. During the practice an intense heat is created, which purifies and cleanses both the body and mind. By learning to use the whole body the spine, legs, hips, chest and abdomen become free of tension and stress. Back bending is not about bending your back only, but challenging your mind and exploring new ways of moving. We often get stuck in habitual ways of moving or reuse certain aspects of our body that are strong and flexible. In yoga, there is an integration of all body parts, which help to realign weaker muscles, activate the ones that have atrophied and create better balance. In this DVD a variety of back bends are skillfully demonstrated along with traditional postures such as forward bends and twists. Learn how to breathe and how to create better body alignment in a practice of well being, balance and wholeness.

Taken to whatever depth you want, the primary series inspires you to learn how to revitalize your body and mind, and how to build strength with flexibility.

Certified Cheque or Money-Order:

To purchase (in CDN funds) please send to Heather Morton, The Yoga Way, 82 Avenue Road, Toronto, Ontario, M5R 2H2, Canada. For both domestic and international sales, add 13% for taxes and $6.00 (shipping and handling costs). To receive a confirmation include your e-mail address with your cheque.

Back Bending Series, Advanced Practice

Heather demonstrates the advanced practice of back bending as it evolved from her training under Yogacharya Venkatesha, a champion and expert in back bending. Shot on location in Mysore, South India, Heather illustrates the intermediate to advanced postures. For both teachers and students, the practice is presented in 11 vignettes to develop a self-practice in back bending. Clear and guided instructions are offered on the breath, the physical alignment and focus points for a deeper practice. As an added dimension postures for balance, strength and relaxation are included. Heather masterfully demonstrates the movements that are possible with continual effort, devotion and commitment. Some of the featured vinyasas (a series of movements synchronized with the breath) are:

Note: This is not a "do-it-yourself" DVD. The best way to use this DVD is with a teacher who can guide you in what you need and how to practice in your context. Each vignette is designed to be re-played for study purposes, self-practice and/or as a tool for in-class teaching. Approximate length: 35 minutes.

Certified Cheque or Money-Order:

To purchase (in CDN funds) please send to Heather Morton, The Yoga Way, 82 Avenue Road, Toronto, Ontario, M5R 2H2, Canada. For both domestic and international sales, add 13% for taxes and $6.00 (shipping and handling costs). To receive a confirmation include your e-mail address with your cheque.

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DVD Package

Purchase the primary series and the advanced practice of back bending.

$40.00 + taxes

DVD REVIEWS:

"For the past ten years, Heather has been visiting Atmavikasa regularly. I have always taught her that back bending is a tool of Mind control and self expansion. The advanced asanas that are demonstrated in this DVD and the flexibility of her body , are results of her hardwork and continuous evaluation. I wish her the very best in the mission of infinite growth and expansion."

Yogacharya V. Venkatesha
Director of Atmavikasa
Center of Yogic Sciences
Mysore, South India

“The Back Bending Series is an inspirational DVD that will enhance a practitioner's understanding. You will learn the depth and joy of back bending with this skilful guide."

Jyoti Hawley
Yoga Busha (Jewel of Yoga)

“Heather is a highly skilled yoga teacher of the truest form; her only objective is to support your progress. She now has extended her support to students with this invaluable resource. Demonstrating the art and discipline of intensive yoga back bending, it is an amazing source of inspiration and practical knowledge for both serious practitioners and yoga teachers of all traditions.”