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Side Arm Balance/Downward DogStart in the top of a push-up position (top).
Return to the top of a push-up position, then switch sides for 5 breaths.
At the same time, turn your shoulders out away from the ears.
Hold downward facing dog for 5 breaths.
Repeat side arm balance for 5 breaths on each side.
Return to downward facing dog for 5 breaths.
Interlace your fingers behind your back and fold forward for 5 breaths to release the shoulders (bottom).
Come back to standing, then repeat, holding your arms to the sides for 2 minutes again.
Interlace your fingers and fold forward again.
ChaturangaCome to the top of a push-up position (top).
Lower halfway to the ground with your shoulders and forearms even with the floor.
Push through your heels against an imaginary wall to activate your legs.
Hold for 5 breaths.
you’re able to modify this by placing your knees on the ground (middle).
Push up and come to downward facing dog for 5 breaths (bottom).
Lower halfway to the ground again.
Hold for 5 breaths and return to downward facing dog for 5 breaths.
Rest lying flat on the ground.
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