Stand tall, evenly on both feet. Lift your crown to the sky (NOT your chin). Feel strong like a mountain. Reach your arms overhead to come into Extended Mountain Pose (or Volcano). Where is your mountain? Is it snowy or is it forest? Are there cliffs? What...
Keep your body in one long line, not falling to one side or the other. If you can't bind your hands behind your back, hold onto a strap or towel. This pose is calming and can improve introspection
The end of winter is finally upon us. So as the snow begins melting and the green buds start peeking out from the hibernating trees, it's time to start planning and planting a yoga garden for your children. For Kids Yoga, a gardening theme is a perfect way to welcome...
Increases hip flexibility while strengthening abdomen and lower spine. Hold raised foot with both hands to make it easier. Extend your leg back to “shoot” your arrow. What are you aiming at?
Stretches shoulders and opens entire front body. Press your shoulder blades into your back to lift the chest. Have a friend roll toy cars or balls down your “slide”.
• Relieves indigestion, bloating, and other digestive issues. • Rock back-and-forth and left-to-right. • Rock and roll: Can you rock back-and-forth enough to stand up without hands?
Stimulates thyroid while increasing energy in mind and body. If uncomfortable at all, substitute belly up Table. For added challenge, lift a leg.
Strengthens legs while developing concentration and balance. Keep upper arm lifting strongly to protect lower back while opening heart up. Pass a ball overhead from Reverse Warrior to Reverse Warrior.
• Improves cardiac function and concentration. • Work to keep arms and lifted leg at the same height, forming a straight line. • Gently drop lifted leg down to land in Warrior I.
