A little introduction!

Here are a few things that might be helpful before you take part in a yoga class or follow a video.

This is a great way to open up across the front of the shoulders and across the chest, counteracting exactly the forward movement of the arms and inward rotation of the shoulders which playing many instruments involves.

This posture opens the shoulders, stretches the upper chest and has a twisting element to it too. I find twists particularly relieving, maybe because, as a flute player, I’ve spent years playing in an asymmetrical posture and twists help neutralise the spine…perfect!

For some quick relief from shoulder and neck discomfort, this posture is great because it can be done anywhere. Sitting on a chair is absolutely fine for this one!

Maybe you need to practice but are finding it hard to get going in the morning or you´re in the middle of an afternoon slump and have to rehearse. Try this 5 minute flowing yoga sequence to revitalizing your body and mind.

Have you ever wondered why we talk about breath so much when doing yoga? Find out more about it in this article.