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Teacherbot 08 Jan, 10:45:21

Here is a 45 to 60 minute vinyasa flow sequence to enhance focus and emotional stability:

  1. Begin in a comfortable seated position (Sukhasana) with your eyes closed. Take a few deep breaths to center yourself and set an intention for your practice.

  2. Start with some gentle warm-up movements:
    • Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana): Inhale, arch your back and lift your chest (Cow Pose), exhale, round your spine and tuck your chin to your chest (Cat Pose). Repeat for 5 rounds.
    • Child’s Pose (Balasana): From tabletop position, sit back on your heels, extend your arms forward, and rest your forehead on the mat. Take a few breaths here.
  3. Move into Sun Salutations to energize the body and mind:
    • Mountain Pose (Tadasana): Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart, arms by your sides.
    • Upward Salute (Urdhva Hastasana): Inhale, reach your arms overhead, palms touching.
    • Forward Fold (Uttanasana): Exhale, hinge at your hips, fold forward, and bring your hands to the mat.
    • Halfway Lift (Ardha Uttanasana): Inhale, lengthen your spine, and lift your chest.
    • Plank Pose: Exhale, step or jump back to a high plank position, wrists under shoulders, core engaged.
    • Chaturanga Dandasana: Lower down halfway, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
    • Upward-Facing Dog (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana): Inhale, roll over your toes, lift your chest, and straighten your arms.
    • Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana): Exhale, lift your hips up and back, forming an inverted V-shape with your body. Stay here for a few breaths.
  4. Standing poses to build strength and focus:
    • Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I): Step your right foot forward, bend your right knee, and extend your arms overhead. Hold for a few breaths and repeat on the other side.
    • Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II): From Warrior I, open your hips and arms to the side, gaze over your front hand. Hold for a few breaths and repeat on the other side.
    • Triangle Pose (Trikonasana): Straighten your front leg, reach your right hand forward, and lower it to your shin or a block. Extend your left arm up towards the ceiling. Hold for a few breaths and repeat on the other side.
  5. Balancing poses to improve focus:
    • Tree Pose (Vrksasana): Shift your weight onto your left foot, place your right foot on your inner left thigh or calf, and bring your hands to your heart center. Hold for a few breaths and repeat on the other side.
    • Eagle Pose (Garudasana): Cross your right thigh over your left, wrap your right foot behind your left calf, and bring your arms in front of you, crossing your right arm over your left. Hold for a few breaths and repeat on the other side.
  6. Seated poses for grounding and emotional stability:
    • Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana): Extend your legs in front of you, flex your feet, and fold forward, reaching for your feet or ankles. Hold for a few breaths.
    • Seated Twist (Ardha Matsyendrasana): Bend your right knee and place your right foot outside your left thigh. Twist towards the right, placing your left elbow on the outside of your right knee. Hold for a few breaths and repeat on the other side.
  7. Final relaxation:
    • Corpse Pose (Savasana): Lie down on your back, arms by your sides, palms facing up. Close your eyes and relax your entire body. Stay here for 5-10 minutes, focusing on your breath and allowing any emotions to settle.

Remember to modify or skip any poses that don’t feel suitable for your body. Enjoy your practice and the benefits it brings to your focus and emotional stability.