Down Dog

Downward dog is a great yoga pose to relieve tension off of your lower back and provide you with a full stretch through your legs, back and arms. Inhale into your chest, reach your arms far above your head and reach forward, placing your palms flat on the floor with your fingers spread. Stretch your neck with your head facing down and pull back until you are in the downward dog position. While keeping one foot firmly planted on the floor, lift your other leg in the air and bend your knee with your toes and heel directed toward the front of your body. 

Standing Forward Bend

Start in a toe squat position. Place your hands palms-down on the floor next to your knees. Start the stretch by lifting up your knees until you are standing bent over with your feet firmly on the floor. Use one arm to grab the opposite elbow and draw your head toward the floor. Allow the weight of your body to stretch out the backside of your legs. Hold the position for at least 2 minutes. 

Cat/Cow

This pose is ideal for those who carry their stress in their shoulders or are looking to improve the flexibility in their back. You will begin the position on all fours with your shoulders directly positioned above your wrists and your hips straight above your knees. Start with a deep inhale, and when exhaling, pull your spine up until it is round with your head pointing down to the floor. Inhale again and lift up your head, chest and tailbone into the cow position.

Help eliminate some of the stress of the day by trying one or more of the yoga poses listed. Are you looking for a new apartment in Oceanside, California, to practice your new yoga skills? Call River Oaks today to choose the best floor plan.

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