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Step away from the ring andinto your mind.
Courtesy of Rupa Mehta
In fact, it’s possible for you to do this simple, equipment-free routine at home.
No surprise, anger might be the most challenging and movement-based of them all.
The aim isn’t to completely eradicate the anger, but to acknowledge it.
“The goal is to be able to channel and own that mood,” she tells SELF.
Mehta recommends starting with a kindergarten throwback by narrowing down your mood.
(OK, that last one’s not in the book.)
Repeat the entire sequence two to three times without resting in between sets.
This is your starting position.
That’s 1 rep.
2.
Shift your weight forward and return to a forearm plank.
That’s 1 rep.
3.
Straightening your arms lift your torso off the floor.
Gently twist your upper body to the left and right, then hold in the center for 10 seconds.
Lower your torso back to the floor then repeat thisposeone more time.
Superman 20 reps
Lie on your stomach with your legs hip-distance apart and your forehead resting on your hands.
Lift your legs, arms, and torso off the floor.
Keep your gaze on the floor and your abs engaged.
Hold for five seconds then lower everything back to the floor.
That’s 1 rep. Do 20 reps.
5.
Child’s Pose Hold 10 seconds
Begin by kneeling on the floor with your butt resting on your heels.
Keep your feet together and spread your knees apart (as wide as you need).
Fold your upper body forward, resting your torso between your thighs and bringing your forehead to the floor.
Reach your arms out keeping your palms on the floor in front of your head.
Take a deep breath and hold for 10 seconds.
Now repeat the entire circuit 2-3 times.
Doesnt that feel better?
