Sun salutations are a traditional yoga warm-up sequence that energises and stretches the entire body. This practice includes the elements of a classic sun salutation along with a few extra postures to challenge balance and increase strength.
Breathing: Ujjayi breath (aka: Fogging the Mirror breath)
Props to try: Blocks.
Poses in this sequence:
Easy Pose
Sage
Cat-Cow
Low Lunge
Forward Fold
Half Lift
Low Lunge
Downward Dog
Plank
Low Plank
Cobra
Downward Dog
Forward Fold
Chair
Mountain
Warrior 2
Chair
Warrior 2
Chair
Mountain
Tree
Forward Fold
Half Lift
Revolved Side Angle
High Lunge
Warrior 3
Forward Fold
Half Lift
Warrior 2
Revolved Side Angle
High Lunge
Warrior 3
Chair
Forward Fold
Half Lift
Downward Dog
Child's Pose
Supported Headstand
Child's Pose
Locust
Child's Pose
This sequence can offer relief from back pain or help keep a strong back supple.
Breathing: Sama Vritti (Equal Inhales and Exhales) or Ujjayi breath (aka: Fogging the Mirror breath)
Props to try: Strap. Blocks.
Poses in this sequence:
Wind Relieving Pose
Reclining Hand to Big Toe
Revolved Hand...
This sequence is designed to increase your flexibility, range of motion while easing achiness, pain, and stiffness in the muscles.
Breathing: Ujjayi breath (aka: Fogging the Mirror breath)
Props to try: Blocks. Wall.
Poses in this sequence:
Mountain
Forward Fold
Half Lift
Low Lunge
Cat-Cow
Sph...
Yoga is about finding physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual balance. This balancing sequence can help you cultivate a sense of calm and contentment, both on and off the mat.
Breathing: Nadi Shodhana (aka Alternate Nostril Breathing) and Sama Vritti (Equal Inhales and Exhales)
Props to try...