Tuesday, October 25, 2011

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From Ann Pizer, your Guide to Yoga
Warming up before yoga class is a matter of personal preference. Though some classes launch right into an intense flow, most teachers incorporate a warm-up sequence into their class. If you have a few minutes on your mat before class starts, a few stretches can help you transition from your busy day to the mindset for yoga.

Warm-Up Sequence
This short series of poses includes tension relievers and gentle stretches. You can use it before class, as a warm up for your home practice, or for stress relief at the end of your day. Of course, if you prefer to spend a few moments sitting in meditation before class, that's also a great option.

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Pose of the Week - Eye of the Needle
I'm a big fan of eye of the needle pose as a gentle warm-up stretch for the hips. You can customize it however you like, leaving the bottom leg on the floor if it's a tight hips day or drawing that leg close your your chest if you feel particularly open. If you do this pose at the beginning of a yoga session, try doing it again at the end to see how different things feel.
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