New Moon Sequence Yoga
As we move in to the New Moon phase this week, it can be a great time to set some intentions and goals for the month ahead. The New Moon is a time of new beginnings, and is the perfect time to start fresh and make positive changes in your life.
A great way to set some New Moon intentions is to do a yoga sequence specifically designed for this purpose. This New Moon Sequence Yoga will help to open up your energy centres and clear any blockages, so that you can set your intentions with a clear mind and heart.
The sequence is made up of a few simple poses that can be done in just a few minutes. It is best to do this sequence at the beginning of the day, when the New Moon is at its strongest.
1. Mountain Pose (Tadasana)
This is the foundation pose of the sequence, and is a great way to start to connect with your breath and centre yourself. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, and press your big toes and heels firmly into the ground. Engage your abdominal muscles to help you maintain a strong and stable posture.
Breathe in deeply and raise your arms up to shoulder height, keeping your shoulder blades pressed down. Relax your shoulders and allow your arms to hang loosely by your sides. Hold for a few deep breaths, and then slowly lower your arms.
2. Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)
This pose is a great way to open up your chest and stretch your shoulders. Come in to Downward Dog by starting in Mountain Pose. Then, inhale as you lift your hips up in to the air, and press your heels firmly into the ground.
Stretch your arms out in front of you, and press your chest towards the floor. Hold for a few deep breaths, and then slowly lower your hips and come back in to Downward Dog.
3. Half Camel (Ardha Ustrasana)
This pose is a great way to open up your chest and stretch your spine. Come in to Half Camel by starting in Downward Dog. Then, step your right foot forward in between your hands, and hinge forward from your hips.
Keep your back straight, and reach your hands towards your right ankle or shin. Hold for a few deep breaths, and then switch sides.
4. Child’s Pose (Balasana)
This pose is a great way to relax and restore your energy. Come in to Child’s Pose by kneeling on the ground, and then sitting your bottom down between your heels.
Extend your arms out in front of you, and allow your forehead to rest on the floor. Hold for a few deep breaths, and then slowly come back up to kneeling.
5. Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana)
This pose is a great way to stretch your hamstrings and spine. Sit on the ground with your legs straight out in front of you. Flex your feet and reach your hands towards your toes.
If you can’t reach your toes, you can reach for your ankles, shins or knees. Hold for a few deep breaths, and then slowly come back up to seated.
6. Upward Dog (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana)
This pose is a great way to open up your chest and spine. Come in to Upward Dog by starting in Downward Dog. Then, inhale as you lift your hips up in to the air, and press your heels firmly into the ground.
Stretch your arms out in front of you, and press your chest towards the ceiling. Hold for a few deep breaths, and then slowly lower your hips and come back in to Downward Dog.
7. Corpse Pose (Savasana)
This pose is a great way to end the sequence and relax your body and mind. Come in to Corpse Pose by lying on your back on the ground.
Extend your arms out to your sides, and allow your feet to fall open. Close your eyes and relax your body and mind. Stay in this pose for a few minutes, and then slowly come back up to seated.
March Yoga Sequence
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The month of March is a great time to work on your flexibility. The following yoga sequence will help you to increase your range of motion and improve your overall flexibility.
1. Camel Pose: This pose helps to open up the chest and improve flexibility in the spine.
2. Triangle Pose: This pose helps to improve flexibility in the hips and the hamstrings.
3. Downward-Facing Dog Pose: This pose helps to improve flexibility in the shoulders, the hips, and the hamstrings.
4. Child’s Pose: This pose helps to improve flexibility in the hips and the lower back.
5. Bridge Pose: This pose helps to improve flexibility in the hips and the hamstrings.
6. Seated Forward Bend: This pose helps to improve flexibility in the hamstrings and the lower back.
7. Standing Forward Bend: This pose helps to improve flexibility in the hamstrings and the lower back.
8. Half Camel Pose: This pose helps to improve flexibility in the spine.
9. Half Moon Pose: This pose helps to improve flexibility in the hips and the hamstrings.
10. Warrior III Pose: This pose helps to improve flexibility in the hips and the hamstrings.
Standing Chair Yoga Sequence
There are many benefits to practicing yoga, including improved flexibility, strength, and balance. However, not everyone is able to perform traditional yoga poses due to physical limitations. Chair yoga is a great way to enjoy the benefits of yoga without having to perform complex poses.
This standing chair yoga sequence is a great way to start your day. It will help to energize your body and mind, and can be performed in just a few minutes.
1. Start by standing tall with your feet hip-width apart.
2. Inhale and raise your arms overhead, clasping your hands together.
3. Exhale and hinge forward at the waist, bending from the hips.
4. Rest your hands on the chair seat or back, and allow your head to hang down.
5. Hold for a few deep breaths, then slowly rise back to standing.
6. Repeat the sequence 2-3 times.
Sequence Of Yoga Asanas For Weight Loss
There are many yoga asanas that help in weight loss. But, some asanas are more effective than the others. Here is a sequence of yoga asanas that can help you lose weight effectively.
1. Siddhasana (The Perfect Pose)
Siddhasana is the perfect pose for weight loss. It helps to tone the abdominal muscles and burn excess fat.
How to do it:
Sit on the floor with your legs stretched out in front of you. Bend your left knee and place your left heel near your perineum. Now, fold your right leg and place your right foot on your left thigh. Place your hands on your knees and press them firmly against the floor. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release. Repeat the pose with the other leg.
2. Paschimottanasana (The Seated Forward Bend)
Paschimottanasana is an excellent pose for weight loss. It helps to tone the abdominal muscles and burn excess fat.
How to do it:
Sit on the floor with your legs stretched out in front of you. Bend your left knee and place your left heel near your perineum. Now, fold your right leg and place your right foot on your left thigh. Place your hands on your knees and press them firmly against the floor. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release. Repeat the pose with the other leg.
Now, lean forward and extend your hands straight in front of you. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release.
3. Bhujangasana (The Cobra Pose)
Bhujangasana is a great pose for weight loss. It helps to tone the abdominal muscles and burn excess fat.
How to do it:
Lie on your stomach with your palms flat on the floor. Place your forehead on the floor. Now, lift your head, neck and chest off the floor. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release.
4. Salabhasana (The Locust Pose)
Salabhasana is a great pose for weight loss. It helps to tone the abdominal muscles and burn excess fat.
How to do it:
Lie on your stomach with your palms flat on the floor. Place your forehead on the floor. Now, lift your head, neck and chest off the floor. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release.
Now, raise your right leg and left arm off the floor. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release. Repeat the pose with the other leg and arm.
5. Ardha Matsyendrasana (The Half Lord of the Fishes Pose)
Ardha Matsyendrasana is a great pose for weight loss. It helps to tone the abdominal muscles and burn excess fat.
How to do it:
Sit on the floor with your legs stretched out in front of you. Bend your left knee and place your left heel near your perineum. Now, fold your right leg and place your right foot on your left thigh. Place your left hand on the floor behind you and twist your body to the right. Place your right hand on the floor behind you and press it against the floor. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release. Repeat the pose with the other leg.
6. Paschimottanasana (The Seated Forward Bend)
Paschimottanasana is an excellent pose for weight loss. It helps to tone the abdominal muscles and burn excess fat.
How to do it:
Sit on the floor with your legs stretched out in front of you. Bend your left knee and place your left heel near your perineum. Now, fold your right leg and place your right foot on your left thigh. Place your hands on your knees and press them firmly against the floor. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release. Repeat the pose with the other leg.
Now, lean forward and extend your hands straight in front of you. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release.
7. Marjaryasana (The Cat Pose)
Marjaryasana is a great pose for weight loss. It helps to tone the abdominal muscles and burn excess fat.
How to do it:
Get down on all fours with your hands directly below your shoulders and your knees directly below your hips. Now, round your back and tuck your chin towards your chest. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release.
8. Bitilasana (The Cow Pose)
Bitilasana is a great pose for weight loss. It helps to tone the abdominal muscles and burn excess fat.
How to do it:
Get down on all fours with your hands directly below your shoulders and your knees directly below your hips. Now, arch your back and look up at the ceiling. Hold the pose for a few seconds and then release.
Restorative Yoga Circuit Sequence
Restorative yoga is a practice that supports the body with props and gentle poses to allow the body to release and relax. This sequence is a great way to wind down after a long day or to prepare for bed.
The first pose is a reclined spinal twist. This pose helps to release tension in the back and neck. Lie down on your back and hug your knees into your chest. Take a deep breath in and on the exhale, slowly lower your knees over to the right side. Stay here for a few deep breaths, and then switch to the opposite side.
The second pose is a simple shoulder stretch. This pose helps to release tension in the shoulders and neck. Sit up tall with your spine straight and shoulders relaxed. Reach your right arm up towards the sky, and then reach your left arm behind you. Hold for a few deep breaths, and then switch sides.
The third pose is a simple hip opener. This pose helps to release tension in the hips and lower back. Lie down on your back and hug your knees into your chest. Take a deep breath in and on the exhale, slowly lower your left leg over to the right side. Stay here for a few deep breaths, and then switch to the opposite side.
The fourth pose is a simple hamstring stretch. This pose helps to release tension in the hamstrings and lower back. Lie down on your back and hug your knees into your chest. Take a deep breath in and on the exhale, slowly lower your right leg over to the left side. Stay here for a few deep breaths, and then switch to the opposite side.
The fifth pose is a simple chest and neck opener. This pose helps to release tension in the chest and neck. Lie down on your back and hug your knees into your chest. Take a deep breath in and on the exhale, slowly lower your head to the floor. Stay here for a few deep breaths, and then switch to the opposite side.
The final pose is a simple meditation pose. This pose helps to calm the mind and release tension. Sit up tall with your spine straight and shoulders relaxed. Place your hands in your lap with your palms facing up. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Stay here for as long as you like.
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