Befriending Your Back: Yoga Practices for a Happier Low Back

Name: Befriending Your Back: Yoga Practices for a Happier Low Back
Start: 2024-09-18T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-09-18T20:15:00-05:00
Location: 1108 Davis St, Evanston, IL, United States, Illinois 60201

Schedule

Wed Sep 18 2024 at 07:00 pm to 08:15 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

1108 Davis St, Evanston, IL, United States, Illinois 60201 | Evanston, IL

Cooler weather is just around the corner which can often contribute to increased episodes of lower back pain. As easy as it is to blame the weather for your aches and pains, research shows that the movements you do (or don’t do) every single day are the main underlying cause of lower back pain.
Life is busy and filled with all types of movements and body postures that could flare your lower back pain. Ever notice a zing in your lower back while picking your baby up from the crib? Maybe you’ve noticed low back discomfort after a long walk out with friends? Or, if you’re like most people, you might have an achy low back while sitting on the couch watching your favorite movie.
Instead of “pushing through” your pain and discomfort this fall, or avoiding movement out of fear, why not befriend your back with simple, pleasurable movements drawn from yoga and physical therapy?
Dana Podell, a physical therapist and yoga therapist, has created this series to help you live with a healthy and happy low back, regardless of your age or fitness level.
What You'll Learn in 4 Weeks
Session 1: Basic low back anatomy to demystify your lower back so that you can finally understand the root cause of your pain. Movements to activate your lower abdominal muscles which provide support for your lower back to reduce low back discomfort during your day to day activities. Healthy postures for the low back so that you can stand and sit with ease.
Session 2: Yoga based movements to address disc degeneration and sciatic nerve pain so that you can finally get relief from nagging nerve pain through therapeutic exercises.
Session 3: A deep dive into the connection between the hips and lower back through a series of hip opening & strengthening movements so that you can prevent lower back pain flare-ups in the future and reduce any current lower back pain symptoms.
Session 4: Discovering your low, low back. Yoga based movements to address sacroiliac joint pain and special considerations postpartum so that you can finally understand the source of your back pain and (if necessary) prevent low back pain postpartum so you can enjoy your time with your baby instead of worrying if you will be able to pick them up out the crib.
Flexible Attendance Options
In-studio (recommended)
Live via Zoom
Recorded sessions
You are welcome to join the entire series or a single class session
All participants receive access to class recordings for 6 months post-course.
Don't let back pain hold you back. Join us to learn how to befriend your low back and enjoy pain-free movement this fall and beyond!
Cost: $90 for the whole series, $25 per session
Sliding scale gladly offered upon request to [email protected]
About Dana Podell
Dana combines her expertise as a Doctor of Physical Therapy with her passion for yoga, specializing in pelvic health and therapeutic movement. Her background in dance and personal experience with injuries inform her holistic approach to healing and wellness. As a registered yoga teacher, Dana integrates evidence-based physical therapy techniques into her classes, creating a safe space for pain-free movement and stress relief. Her gentle guidance and specialized knowledge make her classes ideal for those seeking a tailored approach to embodying health, particularly for individuals with pelvic health concerns or chronic pain. Learn more at www.danaptyoga.com.