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Hi,
I desperately want to do a backbend but I am not sure if I can because I am quite overweight and it’s a bit difficult. Is there a modification or a way to do a backbend regardless? I could simply not do it but I feel like it would help relieve some of the pressure and pain in my spine caused by how I sleep and where I carry my bag. Any advice anyone can give me?
Hi Sophie
Just wondering if it is a fear issue for you. Are you worried about something? I have seen some INCREDIBLE backbends from people of ALL shapes and sizes.
The rules for backbending are the same for you.
Before I give instructions, are you asking for standing backbend instructions as in Half Moon, or for floor poses?
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂