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Fat-friendly yoga
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items A really affirming moment in my yoga journey was finding a teacher who volunteered adaptations for different bodies and specifically talked about stuff like navigating a big belly in child's pose, or using props if your arms don't quite reach your to...
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Yin Yoga - all seated/lying down
Flow yoga
Props and resources
Yin Yoga - all seated/lying down
Low intensity yoga with more of an emphasis on quiet stretching. Props are usually helpful in yin yoga so you can relax comfortably into poses.
I love this teacher! Come as you are and enjoy a restorative yin session, incredibly relaxing.
30 Minutes Of Bliss: Plus Size Yin Yoga For Deep Relaxation
Prop heavy and slightly more advanced poses, but make adjustments you need and enjoy a slightly shorter yin class for a break in a busy day.
Yin Yoga - suitable for larger bodies
This was initially streamed before a full moon so there's a focus on inviting in warmth and calm.
Plus Size Yoga | restorative gentle 30 min flow
Flow yoga
This is probably more what you think of when you think of yoga. Classic flows, more energising than Yin.
Gentle vinyasa yoga with a mental focus on switching gears
30 Minute Switch Gears | Jessica Rihal
Affirmative fat positive flows from the OG fat yogi Jessamyn Stanley
PLUS SIZE YOGA | BEGINNER FRIENDLY | LOW BACK PAIN
I love a good sun salutation but they can be hard! This is a collection of modifications you can make to make sun salutations easier in your practice. Skip to 1:50 to go straight to modifications.
Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar) Yoga Modifications for Plus Size / Larger Bodies
Grounding meditation followed by an accessible flow, with lots of tips on how to make the poses and transitions work for you.
20 Minute Grounding Flow -Fringe(ish) Fat Positive Yoga #accessibleyoga #plussizeyoga
A short flow for busy days. Skip to 1:52 to avoid the ad.
10-minute Beginner Friendly Yoga | Plus Size
A beginners sequence with a lovely warm-up.
30-Minute Yoga Sequence for Total Beginners
Sweet little surprise at the end of this one :)
Hip + Hamstring Flexibility Flow | Plus Size Yoga w/ Edyn
A playlist full of yoga specifically cued for larger bodies and with a focus on accessibility.
PLAYLIST: Plus Size Yoga by Nourished Natasha
90 videos from various joyn app teachers, some of my favourites are in this list already.
PLAYLIST: Yoga by joyn
Props and resources
If I'm honest, I just use my Lucy and Yak belt as a strap, but this is pretty much identical and far cheaper!
D-Ring Yoga Strap 1.85/2.5M
Yoga blocks have been essential to my practice, the ones I use are no longer made but these look identical. Lightweight and hardy!
EXERZ Yoga Blocks 2pcs
More expensive than some other yoga blocks, but when I next buy blocks I'll be more eco-conscious and will get these.
Lotuscrafts Cork Yoga Brick