Release Low Back Tension

Release low back tension by opening the front of the hip to alleviate stress in the psoas muscle after prolonged sitting or standing. For this release, you will need a block, a rolled-up blanket, or a towel.

1. Lie on your back and place the support across the back of your hips. Let your hips relax and become heavy. Extend both legs to the ceiling. Draw one knee toward the chest and extend the opposite leg to the floor. If the extended leg doesn’t quite reach the floor, you may need to bend the knee slightly. Allow your low back to release towards the floor, soften the back of your head, and imagine the extended leg becoming heavy into the ground. Stay in this position for 5 to 10 slow, easy breaths. Repeat on the other side.

2. Extend both legs to the ceiling, inviting any tension or fatigue to drain out of your lower extremities.

3. Lower your feet back down to the floor for Supported Bridge pose and stay as long as you need, taking at least 5 to 10 breaths.

4. Release the support under your hips, lower your hips to the ground, and gently rock your knees from side to side.

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