I love to practice Ardha
Purvottanasana in wintertime because it gently stretches open the chest and
shoulders. When it’s cold we tend to
hunch forward, protecting our core heat against the bitter elements. Try this gentle pose as a counter-movement to
working online, and also as a basic abdominal strengthening exercise.
Start seated with
your knees bent and your hands on the floor at your sides with your fingers pointed
toward your feet. Press your hips up
high so that you don’t see your knees any more.
Drop your head back, look up at the stars or look forward. Discover which option feels best for your
neck as a way to more deeply connect with your own body.
Breathe deeply. If you feel strong and confident, you can
extend your legs (straighten your knees) for a “Reverse Plank” challenge. If you’re feeling playful or practicing this
fun yoga pose with a child, try walking sideways like a crab! As you breathe, add this self-strengthening mantra:
“I love and approve of myself.” All is
well.
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