Arm Strengthening + Inverted Poses Assists

Watch the videos below on assists and take notes. Practice giving the shown assists to a friend/family member.

Key points to consider with assists:

• gain consent
• ground the practitioner
• identify what alignment to assist with or prop to offer
• position your body to give the assist considering integrity of your personal alignment  
• connect your breathing with the practitioner’s
• gently leave the practitioner without disturbing their balance

This first video covers all the major posture categories. It may be used as a reference and reminder of assists you may give.