Stamina is Part of the Fitness Paradigm

About This Class

Bryan Kest leads an extended, stamina-focused dynamic flow that begins with a grounding child's pose and progresses through multiple rounds of a sun-salutation-based sequence (downward dog, plank, cobra, crescent lunge) before building into complex standing balance chains on each side. Each side includes three-legged dog variations, knee-to-elbow core work, warrior-style crescent lunges, twists, heart-opening backbends, low lizard/elf hip-opener holds, standing-leg balances (airplane/warrior III variations, figure-four/tree hybrid), and karate-chop leg extensions. Backbends escalate from baby cobra to locust to bow pose. The class culminates in a wide-legged seated forward fold with lateral transitions, supine twists, and a seated compassion meditation followed by savasana. Bryan weaves consistent philosophical commentary about non-competition, self-compassion, listening to the body, and benevolence throughout. Deep, fluid breathing is the stated cornerstone of the entire practice. Modifications (knee-down options, blocks, partial range of motion) are offered regularly. No props are formally required, though a block is mentioned as an option for the low lunge elbow variation.