Rotate torso to square hips.
With a weight in each hand, raise arms parallel to ground to shoulder height, palms up.
Do eight reps. Switch legs; repeat.
Inhale for four counts to return to start.
Exhale for four counts to return to start.
Exhale for four counts to return to start.
Hold position as you exhale for four counts and straighten arms behind you.
Inhale for four counts to release arms.
Do eight reps. Switch legs; repeat.
Sit back on heels, keeping shoulders back and down.
Inhale for four counts and rise to knees, reaching arms overhead (as shown).
Exhale for four counts to return to seated position.
Exhale for four counts, rotate torso, bringing left hand to meet right hand.
Inhale for four counts to return to start.
Do eight reps. Switch sides; repeat.
Draw arms to side of thighs, palms up.
Exhale, raising arms to back level (as shown).
After four counts, inhale and release arms.
Do eight reps. Then lose the weights and enjoy a few slow, deep, relaxing breaths.
