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#ChildsPose centers, calms & soothes the brain, making it a therapeutic #posture for relieving #stress. This #resting pose helps to #stretch the hips, thighs & ankles while reducing stress & fatigue. It gently relaxes the #muscles on the front of the body while softly & passively #stretching the muscles of the back torso. Practicing in the #morning can you help transition from sleeping to waking.
Benefits:
-Restores balance & equanimity to the #body
-Relaxes the spine, shoulders & neck
-Increases #bloodcirculation to your head which reduces headaches
-Massages & tones the abdominal organs, stimulates digestion & elimination.
-Calms the #mind (central nervous system) thus helping relieve stress & tension.
#HowTo:
1) Start by kneeling on your hands & knees.
2) Spread your knees wide apart while keeping your big toes touching. Rest your buttocks on your heels. Those with very tight hips can keep their knees & thighs together.
3) Sit up straight and lengthen your spine up through the crown of your head.
4) On an exhalation, bow forward, draping your torso between your thighs. Your heart & chest should rest between or on top of your thighs. Allow your forehead to come to the floor.
5) Keep your arms long and extended, palms facing down. Press back slightly with your hands to keep your buttocks in contact with your heels. For deeper relaxation, bring your arms back to rest alongside your thighs with your palms facing up. Completely relax your elbows.
6) Let your upper back broaden. Soften & #relax your lower back. Allow all tension in your shoulders, arms & neck to drain away.
7) Keep your eyes closed, #breathe slowly & deeply, actively pressing the belly against the thighs on the inhale.
8) Breathe & hold for 4-12 breaths.
Modifications: Place a blanket under the hips, knees and/or head. If pregnant, spread the knees wide apart to remove any pressure on the abdomen.
[References: gaia.com, yogabasics.com, yogaoutlet.com] #stretchit #Sunday
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