40 Min Intermediate Yoga Flow | Yoga for Backbends + Core Strength

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  • @CharlieFollows
    @CharlieFollows  Рік тому +46

    Happy Sunday friends I hope you enjoy this class 🙏 let me know which pose you enjoyed working towards the most 💜

    • @afasdasdasdasdasda
      @afasdasdasdasdasda 9 місяців тому

      Wonderful thank you! I enjoied very much mermeid, first time I succeeded!

  • @lalithakrishnan4383
    @lalithakrishnan4383 Рік тому +53

    This was the juiciest class I have in quite some time! 😂 Can I tell you a secret Charlie? I slow down the speed of the video since I like to linger into the poses longer. Your classes have made my body more flexible and stronger! Thank you so much Charlie fir being such an amazing teacher! ❤

    • @mwallontherun
      @mwallontherun Рік тому +8

      I slow down most all exercise videos in every category to 85 percent. It’s helped me tremendously to not be all herky jerky. I think it’s great of you to mention it 👍

    • @paulinec8842
      @paulinec8842 Рік тому

      Same here :) I slow down between 0.85 to 0.9 x.... allows even greater enjoyment. Great hack to share for sure! @@mwallontherun

    • @Elev8.5280
      @Elev8.5280 10 місяців тому +3

      Thank you for your comment on slowing down the practice to sit in poses longer, I've not considered it but love the deep holds so this I shall be implementing! Blessings 🙏 🤙 🕊

    • @jennifercurrotte7159
      @jennifercurrotte7159 8 місяців тому +2

      Oh I love this idea. Sometimes I like to keep it moving but some days my back doesn't want to go the same speed as Charlie lol. I need more time to transition between poses. I keep forgetting this option. Charlie you have definitely improved my yoga game. I am forever grateful to you for all the time and thought you put into creating these videos. Thank you 🙏

  • @amishgon
    @amishgon Рік тому +16

    The mediation at the end of this amazing practice was such a treat!

  • @ericajane5465
    @ericajane5465 Рік тому +25

    That was beyond amazing, Charlie! I was able to accomplish the mermaid pose for the first time today, and it was all thanks to your gentle and wonderful guidance ❤ The body scan at the end of class was the cherry on top ❤ Thank you so much and many warm wishes!

  • @jcblackhat
    @jcblackhat Місяць тому +1

    The meditation at the end was absolutely lovely. Thank you, Charlie!

  • @retrob5340
    @retrob5340 Рік тому +1

    Juicy is the perfect word for this flow. Absolutely fantastic. Thank you 🎉

    • @CharlieFollows
      @CharlieFollows  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for your support I'm glad you enjoyed this practice 🙏

  • @DeborahGrant-q6x
    @DeborahGrant-q6x 10 місяців тому +2

    Thank you. I'm 55 and had a 15 year daily devoted yoga practice, 10+ years ago. While I"ve continued to practice from time to time over the past decade, the more intermediate/advanced stuff fell away. In 5 days I'm back 'in', including Bird of Paradise, and I am grateful to YOU and YOUR classes for this.

  • @sepidezand8841
    @sepidezand8841 Рік тому +1

    you are best yoga coach ever.sweet charlie haw can I appreciate you?thanks a million

  • @DiamondBiscoAl
    @DiamondBiscoAl 10 місяців тому +1

    Charlie, I have the utmost respect for you. Thank you so much for this challenging and invigorating practice! 🙏

  • @rusb23
    @rusb23 Рік тому +11

    OMG!!! This class was EXACTLY what I needed today! Feeling like Goldilocks when she finds the JUST RIGHT porridge! 🦋

  • @eric7696
    @eric7696 10 місяців тому +2

    I truly enjoy your classes! Thanks for sharing yourself and your knowledge with the world!

    • @CharlieFollows
      @CharlieFollows  10 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for practicing with me and sharing such kind feedback.

  • @paolacolin4927
    @paolacolin4927 Рік тому +2

    I love this class. You read my mind.

  • @mayakrimotat2705
    @mayakrimotat2705 6 місяців тому +1

    Dear Charlie thanks you for this amazing practice! Again and again I’m returning to this practice! Love the length and the strength of this class! You are the best!,, have a wonderful day ❤❤❤

  • @username3723
    @username3723 Місяць тому +1

    Today I was able to hold Bow Pose for the first time 🎉🎉
    Thank you, Charlie! ❤

  • @protectorpestsolutions8386
    @protectorpestsolutions8386 Рік тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @karendavidson6178
    @karendavidson6178 Рік тому +4

    Thank you Charlie for this incredibly gentle deep movement flow. What a great way to start the day 🙏❤️

  • @nosaibamohammed2619
    @nosaibamohammed2619 Рік тому +2

    I enjoyed this practice .it is refreshing 😊

  • @thibaultguitton1984
    @thibaultguitton1984 10 місяців тому

    Dear Charlie,
    i love how you smile to us at the end. I can feel the peace within you and it transfers to me.
    Please keep on being yourself ❤

  • @adrianalvarado8245
    @adrianalvarado8245 Рік тому +1

    Danke!

  • @cassandrag3816
    @cassandrag3816 Рік тому +1

    I tend to avoid backbends because my lower back gets tight easily, but I knew you'd take care of us as far as warmup and cool down! Loved this flow so much (as usual). Thank you!

  • @agnespinzon8795
    @agnespinzon8795 Рік тому

    A "counter-twist" class for me after a grueling training weekend of rides and runs. 😊 This full sequence made me aware of how tight my back is because I'm locked into an upright position when running or riding my bike. Needless to say that backends have always been challenging and something I do not enjoy 😅. Backbends bring out my inner wimp 😂 and i whimper in the pillow we make with our hands when we release each time. But, that is an edge I willingly go to each time backends are cued because I believe in my body's capacity to learn and get better with time and practice. Thank you for this class Charlie. 🙏 ❤ The body scan at the end felt nourishing as it allowed me to be keenly aware of how each part of my body received so much today. Your classes are so put together Charlie and I know you give much preparation and effort into each one. So thank you for sharing your gifts and your beautiful intention of bringing each and every class to so many of us who benefit from it. Be blessed in turn. 🙌

  • @paulinec8842
    @paulinec8842 Рік тому +1

    Loved this flow sequence - challenging yet relaxing.
    It allowed me to drop a lot on the mat emotionally, which was a good release.
    Especially liked: side twists, working towards bow and extended meditation-shavasana (and Wild Thing as always 😊 ).
    It was my first time trying Mermaid - managed to get into her on the right side but not the left.
    Something to work towards...will come back to this session on days that I feel strong.
    Thank you for your work and vibe :)

  • @triciasolito5914
    @triciasolito5914 6 місяців тому

    LOVED that class! Because I am a graduate of your Improvers challenge, that mermaid felt great! Thank you Charlie!

  • @isabelrosen5812
    @isabelrosen5812 Рік тому +1

    Loving the focus on backbends and the front of the legs generally ❤

  • @aprendendo_na_pratika
    @aprendendo_na_pratika Місяць тому

    You are very strong, you are very fast, you are very flexible. You are an example of years of constant practice.

  • @atom_c
    @atom_c Рік тому

    A wonderful practise, thanks Charlie. Will definitely be coming back to this!

  • @aidabeco
    @aidabeco 7 днів тому

    Lovely class, Charlie. Thank you so much! ❤

  • @53D0N4
    @53D0N4 Рік тому

    This is one of my new favorites! You should add this to your playlist for beginner/improver weekly yoga! I know I'm going to add to it to mine!
    Thank you Charlie : )

  • @ZenWithDebby
    @ZenWithDebby Рік тому +1

    This class really flew by! It's been such an amazing practice, with a great build up towards Wild Thing, Mermaid and Bow. Thank you for this beautiful video and your wonderful guidance 💗

    • @CharlieFollows
      @CharlieFollows  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much for joining me and sharing your experience. I love it when a class flies by 😊

  • @protectorpestsolutions8386
    @protectorpestsolutions8386 Рік тому +1

    This waaaaas amazing! I am rejoicing in the progression that I made on the mermaid, the ants crossing behind the back, the lizard variation. Love the body scan also. You are truly and amazing instructor. Thank you!

    • @CharlieFollows
      @CharlieFollows  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! I am so glad this class meant so much to you 😊

  • @ViviSchr
    @ViviSchr Рік тому +1

    The Low lunge with leg hold was very intense for my shoulders. I noticed a lot of fuzzy, feelings in my belly, some sort of flight response. And it felt really good to breathe through that. Also I enjoyed mermaid. Was my first time doing it :) Thank you for the work you are doing, putting this inspiration out there for us ❤

  • @bethandrews8872
    @bethandrews8872 Рік тому

    Absolutely loved this class...esp loved mermaid pose and all the preparation you fit to accomplish it. Your pacing is amazing. Thank you

  • @liezlgomez5112
    @liezlgomez5112 Рік тому +1

    This one , is challenging and enjoyable. Really stretching every muscle in me . I can still feel my inner thigh after that. Tysm Ms. Charlie, once again you got me 👌💕💐💐

  • @AnhNguyen-tx2il
    @AnhNguyen-tx2il Місяць тому

    Thank You!!! Im Grateful To You And Your Classes For This !!! 🌟

  • @francescocarlotoni959
    @francescocarlotoni959 Рік тому +1

    The bodyscan was so relaxing and now I feel fresh and energized for the day, thanks Charie ☮️🤩🧘🏻‍♀️🙏🕉️

  • @loridale1159
    @loridale1159 10 місяців тому

    Just wonderful as usual! Namaste fellow yogis!

  • @srimedhabiswas1078
    @srimedhabiswas1078 10 місяців тому

    This flow was like a dream. Almost felt asleep during the end meditation. Calmed my nerves so much. Thanks Charlie for your great work.

  • @Elev8.5280
    @Elev8.5280 10 місяців тому

    How wonderful this practice is from beginning to end, my favorite part is the meditation at end after accomplishing poses never before imagined attempting much less successfully executing. More than words the gratitude i have for you and this practice, Blessed Be 🌾🙏🤙🪷🕊

  • @lucylafountine9751
    @lucylafountine9751 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful practice! Loved the body scan at the end. Thanks for all you do for our yoga journey!!!

    • @CharlieFollows
      @CharlieFollows  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for joining me for this class 🙏

  • @wichegirl
    @wichegirl Рік тому

    I just did this as my first 'class' with you. You are an amazing teacher. This practice was just what I needed to get into my body and challenge it. Thank you very much for sharing your practice with the world, Charlie!

  • @koboldx314
    @koboldx314 Рік тому

    Thank you for another fantastic video! I highly appreciate the body scan and longer savasana at the end to help steady the mind.

  • @ashleymacintyre4569
    @ashleymacintyre4569 Рік тому

    What a nice flow! I truly loved the body scan and long savasana!

  • @kimeichner344
    @kimeichner344 4 місяці тому

    I tried this video for the first time in 7 months - AND - I this time I was able to hold a full on mermaid pose for the first time in 4 years of yoga!! Annnnd, I fell asleep for the first time during shavasana! Ha!! Great practice again!

  • @mf5587
    @mf5587 Рік тому

    What a fabulous session. challenging and refreshing. I surpass myself every time in your practices, Charlie. Thank you so much

  • @ganstatsunami6803
    @ganstatsunami6803 Рік тому +1

    I wasn't planning to do anything today because of my legs, but this bend workout popped out suddenly and I was yeah this is what I needed. Thank you Charlie, you know how to relax our body with your voice

  • @FrankieC200
    @FrankieC200 Рік тому

    Beautiful sequence. Good length. BTW really appreciate your organizing your videos by length. Molte grazie!

  • @superly1090
    @superly1090 Рік тому

    This was so good, thank you! With the yoga nidra at the end... I love it when there is a nice mix of care for body and mind in a class. ❤

  • @awakening80
    @awakening80 Рік тому

    what a beautiful setting. I loved the sounds of nature, and the practice.

  • @gabrielaf
    @gabrielaf Рік тому

    This class was superb! It was perfectly paced and I didn't feel like dying half way through. The best part: I could achieve (for a nanosecond) mermaid on my left side for the first time ever!! Thank you Charlie, even the ending was what I needed for today ❤

  • @gillianmarie
    @gillianmarie 7 місяців тому

    Such a wonderful class, thank you! Namaste ❤

  • @sakeenaalalawi9367
    @sakeenaalalawi9367 Рік тому

    The class was beyond amazing but the final meditation was all I needed today! Thank you ❤

  • @ТатьянаБашкиревич

    this class had all my favorite pose! i really enjoyed this! thanks for this sequence!

  • @user-uo7wx7rp3x
    @user-uo7wx7rp3x Рік тому

    Loveeeed that! Beautiful practice and lovely savasana xxx

  • @zeem.5085
    @zeem.5085 Місяць тому

    ❤ 🙏 thank you. This is tremendously wonderful. I love the meditation 🧘‍♀️ too.

  • @_carolina.sousa_
    @_carolina.sousa_ 11 місяців тому

    I found this channel a few months ago and it is still my favourite. I have only recently started doing intermediate videos and focusing more on backbends, this was a really cool one! :) thank you!

    • @CharlieFollows
      @CharlieFollows  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for your positive feedback 🙏 I’m glad you are enjoying my intermediate classes

  • @ManUntdForever
    @ManUntdForever 11 місяців тому

    Wow mermaid is challenging! So tricky for me! Your dog is absolutely adorable.

  • @denisedegeyter6567
    @denisedegeyter6567 Рік тому

    Wonderful Charlie! Thank you!

  • @federicabellomo8156
    @federicabellomo8156 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this beautiful practice, working towards mermaid is bliss❤

  • @mkansar1
    @mkansar1 Рік тому

    Great practice and good flow. I have to tell you, I haven't enjoyed a savasana like this in the last 4 years of Yoga. You took it through really well

  • @amritanandi9352
    @amritanandi9352 Рік тому

    I loved this class so much. Thank you so much 🎉

  • @oSaluun
    @oSaluun Рік тому

    Thank you, this was exactly the kind of flow I needed today

  • @mychannelarchive2410
    @mychannelarchive2410 Рік тому +1

    Thank you. With love and gratitude.

  • @kirankumar4711
    @kirankumar4711 Рік тому

    Really enjoyed specially the music in the end felt soulful

  • @DavidSimpson
    @DavidSimpson Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this, Charlie! ❤

  • @chetanamanjunath8568
    @chetanamanjunath8568 Рік тому

    The session was very nice, relaxing, and meditative

  • @shereenseyam
    @shereenseyam Рік тому

    Thank you so much for your time and for the time given in shavasana and every other move.

  • @justdance154
    @justdance154 4 місяці тому

    I felt amazing after this practice, thankyou 🙏

  • @kalpitamajumder3396
    @kalpitamajumder3396 Рік тому

    Thank you so much ❤. I had started to practice yoga with your videos since Aug this year. And I am able to do all the poses in this video. Taking time to adjust with my body’s ability, as you always say. I am glad I found your videos. Thanks again. 😊

  • @dougda
    @dougda Рік тому +2

    Never tried mermaid before. Could do it on one side. Great class! Loved the long savasana. ❤

    • @CharlieFollows
      @CharlieFollows  Рік тому

      Thank you so much I'm glad this class introduced something new to you.

  • @lalaflorez7066
    @lalaflorez7066 Рік тому

    Excellent! Great routine, great movement, great voice, great escenario, great relax moment

  • @annamarchand5290
    @annamarchand5290 Рік тому

    Thank you for the lovely practice! Feeling grateful and relaxed after the body scan.

  • @hebaasfari8729
    @hebaasfari8729 Рік тому

    You’re truly my fave yoga teacher! I’ve always wanted to do yoga but never found a teacher style that suited me, until I found you 🤍 I’ve been the most consistent and this has been something I look forward to everyday ❤thank you 🥰🤍

  • @shelld1261
    @shelld1261 Рік тому

    Absolutely lovely practice. Thank you 🙏

  • @clau4489
    @clau4489 Рік тому

    Love your classes!! Thank you so much! Gracias, grazie ❤😊

  • @hellekarlstad4293
    @hellekarlstad4293 Рік тому +6

    I loved this practice 🥵💪 My mermaid needs work but it wasn’t a complete disaster 😂 Practice makes, if not perfect, a lot better 👍 Thank you sweet Charlie for sharing your energy with us 🙏🏽❤️

  • @URVIMAKDA
    @URVIMAKDA Рік тому

    Hello Charlie. I wanted to start my week with a backbend and this class just came at the right time. The small creative moves that you incorporate in every pose is very well appreciated. Thank you for adding meditation at the end of the class; it helped me relax and calm. There is no better way to start a week than listening to your voice and moving with you. Thank you for your positive energy. ❤❤

  • @billjefferson5526
    @billjefferson5526 Рік тому +2

    Excellent class

  • @mdhcclothing4197
    @mdhcclothing4197 Рік тому +1

    I was scared to do the intermediate classes, but I really liked this one. Thanks for the great work ❤

    • @CharlieFollows
      @CharlieFollows  Рік тому

      No need to be scared ☺️ thank you for joining me

  • @vanessawirz6385
    @vanessawirz6385 Рік тому

    That was for me the perfect mix of challenging and soothing. Thank you, Charlie, for the amazing work you do. Absolutely, the mermaid was the most challenging pose, do you have any tips on how to move the foot into the elbow crease?

  • @cinnamongirl3070
    @cinnamongirl3070 Рік тому

    Wonderful flow. Loved the body scan at the end. But don't forget the back!

  • @swaha55
    @swaha55 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Charlie. Great class! Yoga Nidra felt really good at the end.

  • @jezvik
    @jezvik Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this revitalizing practice! 🙏❤🙏

  • @ikisssoulskizzy2515
    @ikisssoulskizzy2515 11 місяців тому +1

    This was by far the most enjoyable flow. Thank u. 😊 im a lil mermaid now 😂😊

  • @sonjabadr589
    @sonjabadr589 Рік тому

    Thank you for my new favorite flow!!! 🙏🏾

  • @rowenazheng3018
    @rowenazheng3018 Рік тому

    I just cannot thank you enough for all these wonderful classes ❤❤❤

  • @fleurcoremans9828
    @fleurcoremans9828 Рік тому

    This was magnificent....keep it going dear Charlie!! Your no 1 fan from Belgium!!❤

  • @hayleyv7890
    @hayleyv7890 Рік тому +5

    Great flow for such a lazy sunday! I really liked the transition from sideplank to wild thing. Mermaid needs more training. I collapsed on both sides😂 but thank you so much for these incredible yoga sessions. I really really enjoy them 🎉 and ❤ to Finn

    • @rusb23
      @rusb23 Рік тому +1

      Same! Mermaid felt ultra wobbly, and I fell every time I tried to lift my arm! I think it has to do with hip flexor tightness and maybe not activating the quadratus on the side of the bound foot? Definitely going to put this class on repeat! 🔥🔥🔥

    • @hayleyv7890
      @hayleyv7890 Рік тому

      One side was a bit better, but as soon as I was able to place my foot in the elbow and wanted to bind, I just felt on the side like a bug, unable to move 😂

  • @lepetitquichotte
    @lepetitquichotte Рік тому +2

    I really enjoyed it Charlie, thank you!!! I have a question though, in the Bow position, the more I push the hand against the legs my thighs go up while my belly stays in the ground. Is it possible to achieve lifting the belly and not the thighs? Thank you!

  • @YogaCandi
    @YogaCandi Рік тому

    Wonderful practice Charlie, i feel ready for the day, thank you. Really enjoyed the spinx leg and arm raisers, power 💪

  • @jettacop
    @jettacop Рік тому +3

    Very good beginning to the day here in Pennsylvania!😂

  • @parasyog6980
    @parasyog6980 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this great session 🙏

  • @zainabbahman9997
    @zainabbahman9997 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much Charlie awesome class as usual ❤❤🙏🏻🙌🏻🤍

  • @tabomwangelwa4150
    @tabomwangelwa4150 Рік тому

    Thank you Charlie. Loved this

  • @hindalawadhi5390
    @hindalawadhi5390 10 місяців тому

    This was so good! Thank u!!! Also I was just checking out your intermediate playlist and found mainly back, spine and full body could we please also get quads calfs legs etc in the future I absolutely love ur workouts I'll be trying your new one today

  • @ThinkActBe
    @ThinkActBe Рік тому

    Thanks for a great class, Charlie. It was a nice intermediate level, and thank you for the meditation at the end

  • @esha4210
    @esha4210 Рік тому

    Lovely flow❤️ Backbends are my personal favorite because of the challenge of doing them.& the after effects are amazing. Increased energy, relaxed mind....
    Was wondering, if you could ever post a Hatha Yoga video 😌 🙏

  • @karinali1432
    @karinali1432 Рік тому +1

    I have tears in my eyes,because that was so wonderfull from the beginning to the end.Thank you so much and sorry if my english is not so correct😉.Namaste❤❤❤🙏❤❤❤

    • @CharlieFollows
      @CharlieFollows  Рік тому

      Owh I am so glad this practice made such a difference 🙏 thank you so much for sharing your experience with me

    • @karinali1432
      @karinali1432 Рік тому

      @@CharlieFollows 🥰

  • @googleuser1710
    @googleuser1710 27 днів тому

    Thank you Charlie that was great.

  • @magdalenasrejmova5678
    @magdalenasrejmova5678 Рік тому

    Great flow! Thank you.

  • @lauraaragnetti6300
    @lauraaragnetti6300 Рік тому

    Hi Charlie, I enjoyd this class. thank you. after the practice with this exercises with backbends always I feel a good sensation, my body is lighter and more flexible. I loved also Finn "cameo". He is now a famous actor.🐶❤️. Have a nice week, a big hug da Laura 😘