Simple things you can do today to prevent back pain
This masterclass is for you if you
spend most of your day behind the desk, driving, or standing
wake up stiff and feel old when getting out of bed
aches and pains in your back are your constant companions
want to prevent tension from turning into pain
have a recurring back pain and would like to stop the vicious circle
Most people focus on their back when trying to deal with back tension and the onset of pain.
But the reality is that isolated exercises don’t work. In fact, exercises as such are not enough to make a difference.
The crucial element is HOW you’re approaching movement and what you’re doing BETWEEN movement practices, throughout the day.
Prevention is MUCH SIMPLER and more PLEASANT than you imagine.
Instead of boring repetitions of extreme extensions, flexions, or twists, you can introduce mild, slow movements. They are surprisingly efficient in releasing tension and improving overall mobility.
Strength and flexibility are passe. UNWINDING and INTUITIVE MOVEMENT are so much more helpful.
Learn how to listen to your back and bring relief, lightness and grace.
Read what my students say about the past workshops and masterclasses:
“I recommend Weronika’s Undoing Workshop as it is a gentle way of wakening up your body that may be holding onto tension that you are not aware is even there.”
Mary Green
“The poses and movements, along with self-massage, really do aid tension release within your body and your mind. It is a great way to look after yourself in kind and gentle way. ”
Alicja Kapelczak
THE WHAT, WHY AND HOW
Understanding how your body works is crucial in pain prevention.
You will know exactly what you’ll do, how it works, and what to keep in mind to get the maximum benefit.
With this foundation, I could guide you through what already feels familiar and makes sense to you.
And you can implement simple habits that will make a huge difference how your back feels: when you wake up and after 8 hours behind the desk.
You will:
practice basic somatic movements you will remember forever and can do daily in just a few minutes
try out micromovements you can do while sitting at the desk
experience unwinding movements bringing instant relief
learn to check in with your back and to follow natural impulses
This LIVE 2-hour Masterclass includes:
20-minute Introduction explaining:
Why do you feel tension and pain?
Why focusing only on your back doesn’t make sense (and what to do instead)?
What is the most efficient way to release tension?
And how to practice movement so that it’s safe and fully beneficial?90-minute slow, conscious movement session, involving elements of fascia unwinding, somatic techniques, and intuitive movement.
Q&A session
LIFETIME access to the recording
About the teacher
I started practising yoga in my early 20s to improve my physical and mental health. However, after years of
pushing my body into a ‘perfect yogi’, I developed a whole host of aches and pains in my body that didn’t want to live. I understood I was doing something wrong.
I was gradually shedding layers of unhelpful patterns from my body and mind. Self-awareness and self-kindness changed everything.
Today, I use an eclectic mix of techniques from the field of somatics, fascia unwinding, restorative yoga, qi gong, and nervous system regulation to help others prevent and cope with chronic pain.
I’m a certified, trauma-informed somatic yoga teacher and a certified Thai Massage therapist.
I have worked therapeutically with chronic pain since 2008.
“Weronika's gentle guidance has helped immensely during the years I've been doing her classes. It has been a real boost to my physical and mental strength. Classes with Weronika are accessible to all, regardless of age or experience, as she is unfailingly attentive to everyone's individual needs and skill. ”
Judy Ratnavel
FAQs
What happens after I buy the masterclass?
Once you buy the workshop, you will receive automatic purchase confirmation.
It will take a few hours to receive another email with the access links to the masterclass.
I have very little space at home. Is this for me?
You need just enough space to lie down without touching the furniture or walls.
Do I need to keep a camera on?
I recommend keeping a camera on and setting it so that I can see you. However, you can choose to switch the camera off.
How do I access the workshop?
Once you buy the workshop, you will immediately receive an automated reply with a receipt. Within another 6 hours, you should also receive an email with a Zoom link and the session’s practical details. You will receive another reminder about the workshop one hour before it starts.
If you have never used Zoom before, connect 5 minutes before the workshop to complete the installation process.
A day after the masterclass, you will also receive the link to the recording, conveniently divided into theory and practice parts.
You will have lifetime access to this recording.
Are there any contraindications?
Nope! While aimed mostly as a preventative tool, the same practices can be done with people with ongoing back pain, regardless of the diagnosis (herniated disc, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, etc.) You cannot hurt yourself with this type of practice.