1. Focused Breathing

In order to be more effective in any breathing exercise, you must train yourself to learn how to focus on the action itself of breathing. Breath focus is simple and emphasizes body alignment that opens the flow of energy and awareness within the body. Simply close your eyes and breathe deeply several times. With each inhalation, visualize and feel peace and calmness throughout the body and the space surrounding you. Breathe out while releasing any tensions, stressors, and anxieties.

2. Morning Pick-Me-Up Breathing Routine

Get the day started stress-free by engaging in focused breathing while standing. When ready, bend forward at the waist, let arms dangle close to the floor and take a deep breath. Hold a few seconds and then exhale while slowing rolling back to the upward position. Repeat several times, envisioning the release of mental clutter with each motion and the intake of positive energy.

3. Belly-Breathing Techniques

Breathing from the gut is relaxing and can be done on the spot in a time of stress. Sit down in a chair or lie flat, placing one hand on the abdomen beneath the ribs and the other upon the chest. Breath deeply through the nose and feel your hand being pushed out at the abdomen while attempting to feel no motion in the chest. Breathe out through the mouth slowly and notice the internal shift away from anxiety. Belly breathing opens up the lower chakras — or energy centers — that often harbor stress through fight-or-flight responses and emotions.

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Ananda Blasana Pose

Also known as a happy baby pose, this stance literally resembles a baby on the floor with moving arms and legs as if trying to climb into the sky. As you reach the highest point, breath in deeply and hold for 30 seconds. This pose stretches the spine, increases arm strength and soothes the mind.

Dhanurasana Pose

This position calls for one to position the body as if it were a stringed bow ready for action, hence, it’s nickname ‘bow pose.’ This pose stretches the spine and strengthens the shoulders as one holds the position for 30 seconds. It’s a great pose to do on an empty stomach, and it also burns belly fat.

Utkatasana Pose

Known as the chair pose, one simply situates the body as if it’s sitting on an imaginary chair and should be held for a period of up to one minute to stimulate the abdominal organs and tone the leg muscles.

Purvottanasana Pose

This one is called the upward plank pose, so the body is literally taking on the position of a plank in the opposite direction. This beginner yoga asana strengthens the legs and arms while helping alleviate depression and fatigue.

Trikonasana Pose

This a great beginner pose, especially for those undertaking practice first thing in the morning. Trikona means triangle in Sanskrit, so the body takes on the position of an equilateral triangle. Not only does it loosen up the bowels, but it increases the body’s fat-burning abilities to help alleviate weight from the waist and hips.

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You will have a place here to undertake your efforts in our yoga studio. Contact us to learn more about life at Audubon Parc apartments in Cary, and schedule a tour of our rapidly growing ‘zen’ community.

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