staff posture

dandasana

Staff posture lengthens and realigns the spine, gently stretches the backs of the legs, opens the chest and stimulates the respiratory and reproductive systems.

From a seated position, extend the legs straight out in front of you with your hands behind your hips, fingers pointed away.

Press the hip bones down and reach the crown of your head up to lengthen the spine.

Drop the shoulders down and back and press the chest forward.

Use the arms to support the chest open and the spine straight.

Press the heels away from you and pull the toes towards your head.

Breathe and hold for 3-6 breaths.

Place a folded blanket under the hips.