This yoga-inspired exercise stretches the sides
of the body
Equipment None
Exercise Technique
Stand with your feet together.
Put your palms together with thumbs crossed in the middle of your chest
then raise your arms overhead.
Elongate upward then lean your
body to one side.
Hold for three to five breaths.
Return to the middle and bring
your palms down to the middle of your chest. Rest your shoulders for
two to three breaths then repeat the exercise on the other side
Performance Tips
Make sure that your inhalation
and exhalation are consistent in length and depth. One breath means
inhaling and exhaling.
Try to elongate diagonally while
you are leaning to the side instead of just allowing your upper body
to fall sideways.
If it bothers your shoulders,
separate your palms and keep your arms at shoulder width.
If you feel like you are unbalanced,
keep your feet hip wide apart.
If it bothers your lower back,
bring only one arm up and keep the other one by your side by placing
your hand on your hip.
