Yoga: Mountain
Yoga
Exercise Description:
Yoga: Mountain
Classification:
Yoga
Instruction:
Place the feet hip-width apart, toes facing forward, spread the toes, lift the kneecaps by contracting the quadricep muscles tuck the tailbone under bringing the spine into neutral. Pull the adominals in towards the spine and lift the pelvic floor muscles. Roll the shoulders back and down opening the heart center. Press all four corners of the feet down into the floor as the crown lifts towards the sky lengthening the vertebra. Drop the ribcage down. Soften the face, neck and shoulders, relax the arms to the side and allow the fingers to drip down towards the floor. Place your awareness now onto the breath, remain here for 10 deep breaths.
Side Note:
Mountain helps to strengthen the posture and straighten the spine. Improves the alignment of the body.