Prenatal Work IN
20 Minutes
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22m
Your body is working hard to make a human being and it's important to support yourself with adequate rest. Use this restorative routine to gently open your body with prop-supported postures and encourage deep physical and mental relaxation. Optimizes postures from Work IN book for pregnancy.
- Focus: prenatal, relaxation
- Key muscles: hips, back, side body, chest, shoulders
- When: any time you feel tired or frazzled
- Suggested props: bolsters or pillows, blocks
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