We want to move our bodies in every way available, everyday: extending, side bending, backbending, forward folding, and twisting. Add specific areas to your practice that need special attention: hamstrings, shoulders, neck, hips, balance, or core…We all have our area of opportunity! It doesn’t take a lot of time, but it does require a commitment. The pay-off is sweet: more open body, mind, and spirit.
- You can begin before getting out of bed. Hug your knees into chest and then gently twist.
- Table and cat/cow.
- Downward dog. Stretch it all out. (For a different option, try puppy or child pose.)
- Plank. Get in a little strengthening.
- Alternate back and forth between downdog and plank a few times.
- Lower to your belly for a cobra or sphinx.
- From seated, do sidebends, a forward fold, twists and then throw in another twist for good measure.
Pause at the end for a moment to notice your breath, set an intention for the day, and a moment of gratitude for what your body can do for you.
Namaste!