Prasarita Padottanasana Spread legs wide, feet and toes pointing forward. Bend forward, palms down on the floor. Can do “windmills” with one hand on the floor and the other extended, twisting from the navel area. Benefits Develops hamstrings and inner thighs. Calms the mind and removes fatigue. What it looks like A tunnel, a mountain, going down a well to fetch water, a windmill.
Tadasana Stand with feet fist–width apart. Weight evenly distributed through all four corners of the feet. Muscles of the ankles, calves, knees and thighs engaged and hugging the bones. Inner thighs are back, tailbone tucked. Shoulders are on the back, hands pointed down. Feel the energy from the earth and feet drawing up into the core and extending out through the hands and head and feet. Benefits Naturally aligns the entire body. Spinal alignment. Teaches proper standing. Develops concentration. Makes back strong. Relaxing. Lotus Pose Mountain Pose What it looks … Continue reading
Paschimotanasana Sit on floor with legs extended. Activate legs and inner thighs. Bow forward and touch toes. Seated Forward Bend Seated Twist Benefits Tones the abdominal organs, kidneys and is good for the spine. Lengthens hamstrings. What it looks like A flower getting ready to bloom, a shy animal.
Uttanasana Feet fist–width apart, bending over at the hips and hands touching the floor. Make feet, ankles, knees and legs strong. Benefits Forward Bend Good for concentration, removing fatigue. Good for stomach, liver, kidneys and heart. Stretches the hamstrings. What it looks like A folding chair, a sleeping praying mantis.
