- Active
- 67 min
- Flow
- 4.5 out of 5
About This Class
This class is a thoughtfully sequenced backbending-focused flow that progressively layers spinal extension from the very first supine stretch all the way through standing balances, inversions, and deep hip openers. Steve opens with grounding floor work — supine stretches, twists, and core activation — before moving through tabletop, cat-cow, Sphinx, Cobra, and Plank variations that build heat and body awareness. The standing sequence weaves together lunges with twists, Warrior III-inspired balances, Tree Pose with a backbend, and eagle-arm wide-legged forward folds. A rich Pigeon Pose section follows, incorporating backbend variations, side-body stretches, and a flipped-dog option. Throughout, Steve consistently cues students to lengthen through the mid and upper back rather than collapsing into the lumbar spine, making this class as much an education in safe backbending mechanics as it is a physical workout. The class closes with seated hip openers, a seated forward fold, and a brief Savasana, leaving students with a sense of openness and calm.
Comments
11Lynn
April2025 update. This class is absolutely timeless. I love the challenge, every pose is meticulously cued and meant to lengthen and strengthen every fiber in your body. Honestly, my spine has never ever felt more open and long than right now as I’m sitting in sukasana. So sad that these classes and pyod are history, but happy they live on in recordings.
Beth Knaide
Christin
Loved this class. Challenging, but not too quick in pace, very much strengthening the lower back. Also loved the hip stretches towards the end. Thanks Steve! Awesome as always :-))
mbdewar23
One of my all-time favorite classes!! I really love the way Steve cues in all his classes. This class is very rewarding, especially when practiced frequently. My posture improved significantly when I added this specific class into my regular weekly routine. Thanks so much Steve!
Lynn
Very creative and unique stretches in this class, but don’t worry, Steve will guide you with expert instruction to assure that you are feeling the pose safely. Very meditative, very healing. ????????
mcutillo
Imagine Jonesy singing *** A LITTLE BIT o’ *** a la Lou Bega 1992 with feather boa and silk suit & hat – I’ve said before several times: if Steve is the yogi I AM GOING! 11 stars out of 5, as per always
Jim
constance
Feeling mighty after this practice Steve. Loved the side stretch in pigeon. Namaste maestro…?
Shelley
Thanks Steve 🙂
Erin.Delaune
Grace Pelle
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