Benefits of this pose:Calms the brain and helps relieve stress Stimulates the liver and kidneys Stretches the hamstrings, calves, and hips Strengthens the thighs and knees Improves digestion Reduces fatigue and anxiety How to do Standing Forward Fold:Step 1Stand in Mountain Pose, hands on hips. Exhale and … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2017
Pose of the Week: Standing Forward Fold
Pose of the Week: Crow Pose
Benefits of this pose:Full body workout Strengthens arms, wrists, upper back, core and legs Opens up the groins and tones stomach organs Increases flexibility and elasticity of the spine Creates inner focus and concentration in the present How to get into Crow Pose:Step 1Squat down from Mountain Pose with … [Read more...]
Twelve Days of Peace (Points)
Pose of the Week: Upward Facing Dog
Benefits of this pose:Improves posture Strengthens the spine, arms, wrists Stretches chest and lungs, shoulders, and abdomen Therapeutic for asthma How to get into Upward Facing Dog:Step 1Lie prone on the floor. Stretch your legs back, with the tops of your feet on the floor. Bend your elbows and spread your … [Read more...]