Whale – Back Bender

The use of the “Whale” back bender is an excellent way of practicing supporting backbends. Complete relaxation in the pose is possible and the back bender is wide enough so that the entire back and spine are fully supported. The chest and lungs are expanded during use which allows for easier breathing. Using the back bender for support can also assist in the relief of sciatic or other spinal pain.

The differing curves at each end of the back bender enables the student to practice:

Viparita Dandasana (with or without Baddha Konasana) Ustrasana, Setu Bhandasana, Pincha Mayurasana and drop backs, seated poses reclining back or extending forwards.

Folds in half for easy storage, and detaches easily into two separate parts for use as a mini whaler for supported backbends.

Handcrafted in NZ using NZ timbers: ply wood and recycled timbers with a natural oil/wax finish.