Take a few minutes out of your busy day to relieve a little stress with these super simple moves.
First, take 3-5 deep breaths, more if you have time. Â The slower and more controlled, focusing on the breath the better.
Do a Downward Facing Dog. Â This pose is an inversion allowing blood to move toward the brain. Â On the floor with hands(under the shoulders) and knees(slightly behind the hips), bring the hands shoulder width apart and the feet hips width apart. Â Tuck your toes, lift your hips and make a triangle with your body and the floor. Â Hold this pose for 5 deep breaths.
Put your legs up the wall or on a couch. Â Lie down and lift your legs on top of a couch or chair so the calves are resting on the seat. Â Lay your arms by your side palms facing up. You can put your legs up the wall as a more advanced version of this restorative pose. Cover your eyes with an eye pillow and rest for 10-20 minutes. Â This is really rejuvenating and will reduce your stress as long as you keep your mind quiet and free from distractions. Â It’s okay to play some soft, soothing music if that helps.
Compliments of yoga instructor Lisa Kneller.
