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Rochelle Roll Back Yoga Pose For Breast Cancer
January 22, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Author: Diana Ross, E-RYT 500, Posted By: Breast Cancer Yoga Staff.
In Breast Cancer Yoga, the use of props are essential for a person to feel safe, supported and nurtured. These specific, reclined, supported, yoga poses combined with deep breaths are intended to support recovery from breast cancer and assist in managing lymphedema and cancer-related fatigue. In our book, “Restorative Yoga For Breast Cancer Recovery” everyone will learn the importance of elongating the spine while opening the chest region using props for support . The mild inversions are used to create an anti-gravitational force in the pose which will renew energy, promote positive thoughts and enhance self esteem.
“Importantly, when props are used correctly, they allow the body to come into a natural and balanced state of alignment. When the body is aligned, the mind feels balanced as well. Once the body and the mind unite, the breath too becomes aligned and brings a deeper, internal state of peace.”
Diana Ross
Benefits:
- Reduces respiratory & heart rates
- Increases cervical and axillary lymphatic drainage
- Aids flexibility of rib cage and thoracic spine and expands pectoral muscles
- Relaxes the muscles of the chest, allowing blood to flow freely to the heart and lungs
- Massages the thymus gland which stimulates the immune function
- Boosts the nervous system, building heat and stimulating metabolism
- Facilitates lymphatic drainage of breasts
- Stretches groin, quadriceps and hip flexors
- Promotes deep breathing by widening the chest
- Facilitates an inner quiet and calmness
Instructions:
- Begin seated with one or two bolsters/blocks behind. Bring right knee out to side with right foot resting on left inner knee (adjust hips to be equal.) Place top of left foot down to stretch ankle.
- Lengthen spine, recline back, rest elbows to bolster first. Stay until a release is felt in the thigh muscles.
- To expand the chest, drape your back over the bolsters and place head on block/bolster or where it feels good. The arms can go out to “T” position in between bolsters.
- If you wish to go even deeper you can remove second bolster/block and release crown of head to earth, and stretch arms over head, elbows soft.
- Stay in pose for 5 minutes or longer if it feels amazing.
- When finished, come back up, extend both legs forward.
- Place cylinder bolster on lap and drape torso over bolster in ROCHELLE ROLL FORWARD.
- When done – INHALE, return to STAFF POSE and enjoy ANKLE ROTATIONS.
To experience the benefits of yoga for breast cancer, it is essential that you begin with simple, gentle yoga movements. You should also consult a doctor before you begin practicing yoga. It is also necessary that you follow a yogic diet that consists of a mainly vegetarian diet to enhance the benefits of yoga.
About Diana Ross: E-RYT 500 restorative yoga teacher, survivor that cares and founder of Breast Cancer Yoga. Diana is making a difference with Breast Cancer Yogatherapeutic products designed to support you emotionally and physically during breast cancer . We want to give you the attention and personal service you need so please email us at info@breastcanceryoga.com if you have questions.
Yoga Pose For Breast Cancer & Lymphedema
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Yoga For Lymphedema – Shining Warrior Pose (Flow)
October 30, 2014 by 4 Comments
Yoga and Lymphedema Management:
Practicing continuous flowing movements significantly improves the lymphatic system. When lymph fluid is disrupted because of breast cancer surgery, trauma or infection, excessive lymph fluid builds up. This stagnant fluid can play havoc on the tissues and create swelling. There also can be a reduction of the oxygen absorption in the lymphatic system which increases the chance for infection. Practicing a flowing yoga pumps the lymphatic fluid throughout the body’s channels, rather than allowing it to accumulate or back up. It is great for maintaining healthy breast tissue. To keep this fluid moving, we need to also foster relaxation. It will facilitate renewed or restored strength and flexibility.
Shining Warrior Pose (Flow) For Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema Management:
Shining Warrior Pose increases circulation to arms, shoulders and breast region by opening the ribcage and expanding the chest. These arm movements and conscious breathing activate lymphatic system.
Benefits:
- Opens and expands pectoral muscles
- Reduces postsurgical fibrous adhesions and scar tissue
- Promotes axillary lymphatic fluid drainage which decreases blockages of lymph nodes
- Softens stiff shoulders and/or frozen shoulders,
- Aids flexibility of the rib cage and thoracic spine
- Frees the breath and opens the chest
- Improves leg strength and flexibility of quadriceps and calf muscles
- Encourages balance while strengthening ankles
- Calms the body by harmonizing the breath to the movement
- Increases ROM (range of motion) for arms and shoulders
Instructions:
- Begin standing. Bring right foot forward, 1 to 3 feet apart, toes and hips facing forward with back foot slightly turned out ( for balance). INHALE , bring hands in front of chest. Come into PRAYER MUDRA with shoulders relaxed.
- EXHALE, lift rib cage and lift chest up bringing arms out to side with elbows softly bent ( shoulders remain relaxed). Bend the front knee over the ankle (your front knee should be aligned above the ankle).
- INHALE, arms return and hands come back into PRAYER while the front leg straightens.
- Continue 5/10 more rounds and then repeat on left side.
- INHALE, bring hands in front into PRAYER MUDRA (palms together.)
- EXHALE, arms flow out while bending left knee.
- Continue 5/10 more rounds.
.About Diana Ross: E-RYT 500 restorative yoga teacher, survivor that cares and founder of Breast Cancer Yoga. Diana is making a difference with Breast Cancer Yogatherapeutic products designed to support you emotionally and physically during breast cancer . We want to give you the attention and personal service you need so please email us at info@breastcanceryoga.com if you have questions.
Breath – Blood – Lymph Flow
October 21, 2014 by Leave a Comment
By: Breast Cancer Yoga Staff.
Breathing Exercises And The Lymphatic System For Breast Cancer Lymphedema Management:The flow of lymph, which is rich in immune cells, improves with proper breathing. Furthermore, the expansion of the lungs air pockets increases the flow of both blood and lymph. This flow reduces infection in the lungs and other tissues. Breathing properly improves the functioning of the body’s organs stimulating digestion, assimilation and elimination.
Another benefit of the breath is how it supports the functioning of the body’s organs such as the improvement of the peristalsis movement which stimulates the liver so the release of bile will activate the detoxification process. By maintaining a large supply of oxygen in the lungs, many organs function better, including the brain.
The most important function of all is the stimulation of the “relaxation response” that results in lower tension and an overall improved sense of well being.
If we can build a regular asana practice with conscious breathing; we will release muscular tension, and consequently the nerves will relax. Here is where restorative poses are most helpful. Supported Bridge, Savasana, Supported Legs Up The Wall, Supported Child’s Pose are a few that are very restorative. When the breath is brought under control is improves the physical such that there is an efficient absorption of oxygen and the elimination of carbon dioxide. This will result in an improved mental and emotional state of mind.
About Dawn Bradford Lange: Co-founder of Breast Cancer Yoga. Dawn is making a difference with Breast Cancer Yoga therapeutic products designed to support you emotionally and physically during breast cancer . We want to give you the attention and personal service you need so please email us at info@breastcanceryoga.com if you have questions.
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