This dynamic sequence is designed to awaken and energize the physical body. It is suitable for beginners or intermediate practitioners. The sequence should take approximately 45 to 60 minutes to complete. Remember to listen to your body and modify or skip any poses that do not feel comfortable for you.
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Mountain Pose (Tadasana) - Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart, arms relaxed by your sides. Take a few deep breaths, grounding yourself into the present moment.
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Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar) - Begin with a few rounds of Sun Salutations to warm up the body. Flow through each movement with your breath, moving from Mountain Pose to Forward Fold, to Plank Pose, to Upward Facing Dog, and finally to Downward Facing Dog. Repeat for 5-10 rounds.
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Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I) - From Downward Facing Dog, step your right foot forward between your hands. Ground your back foot at a 45-degree angle. Inhale, lift your arms overhead, and gaze forward. Hold for 5 breaths and repeat on the other side.
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Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II) - From Warrior I, open your hips and arms to the side, parallel to the floor. Keep your front knee bent and gaze over your front hand. Hold for 5 breaths and repeat on the other side.
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Triangle Pose (Trikonasana) - From Warrior II, straighten your front leg and reach your front hand forward, placing it on your shin, ankle, or the floor. Extend your other arm towards the ceiling, creating a straight line from your fingertips to your heels. Hold for 5 breaths and repeat on the other side.
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Chair Pose (Utkatasana) - Stand with your feet together, bend your knees, and lower your hips as if sitting back into an imaginary chair. Reach your arms overhead and engage your core. Hold for 5 breaths.
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High Lunge (Anjaneyasana) - Step your right foot back into a lunge position, with your left knee directly above your ankle. Lift your torso upright and reach your arms overhead. Hold for 5 breaths and repeat on the other side.
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Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) - Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet hip-width apart. Press your feet into the mat, lift your hips, and interlace your hands underneath you. Hold for 5 breaths.
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Boat Pose (Navasana) - Sit on the mat with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Lean back slightly, lift your feet off the ground, and extend your legs straight. Reach your arms forward parallel to the floor. Hold for 5 breaths.
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Child’s Pose (Balasana) - Come to a kneeling position and sit back on your heels. Lower your forehead to the mat and extend your arms forward. Relax and breathe deeply for 5 breaths.
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Corpse Pose (Savasana) - Lie flat on your back, arms by your sides, palms facing up. Close your eyes and relax your entire body. Stay in this pose for 5-10 minutes, allowing your body to fully integrate the practice.
Remember to end your practice with a few moments of gratitude and reflection. Enjoy the energizing effects of this dynamic sequence!
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