Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Balancing Stick.

Improves balance and coordination
Tones your abdomen, back, waistline, and legs
The Balancing Stick ranks as one of the more challenging postures in yoga. Adding the ball as a prop will help you to hold the posture longer and bring your body into proper alignment.

A. Stand with the ball about 2 feet in front of you. Exhale as you bend forward from your hips, placing your hands against the ball. Raise and extend your left leg.
B. Lift and extend your right arm. Reach out through your right fingertips and left toes to lengthen your spine. Keep your tummy firm as you balance, breathing normally. Keep your head in a neutral position, with your gaze at the floor. Hold for 30 seconds, breathing normally, and then release and repeat on the other side.

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