Yoga : Urdhva Hastottanasana 2

Up-stretched Arms Posture II: Urdhva Hastottanasana

Stand upright in the overhead-stretch pose described at the start of Urdhva Hastottanasana, fingers interlocked. Breathing in, stretch the hands high, but keep the feet flat on the floor. Breathing out, slowly bend to the right. Pause for three seconds at the limit of the bend; then strengthen up slowly, breathing in. Stand erect for three seconds; then bend slowly to the left, breathing out. Pause three seconds; then straighten up slowly, inhaling. Repeat twice more.

This exercise improves posture and circulation, limbers the spine, trims the waistline, and tones and firms the muscles of the arms, shoulders, chest, back, abdomen, hips, and legs.

 

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