| Some people have told me they have trouble finding | | | | 3. The Forward Bend |
| the time in their busy day to do yoga. What do I tell | | | | Try to do the arm stretch while seated. However, this |
| them? I tell them they just have to find creative ways | | | | time try to bend forward with your torso. Your arms |
| to fit poses into their schedule. No one is too busy to | | | | should be raised over you and your face should be |
| get exercise, you just have think outside of the box. | | | | towards the ground. Hold this for twenty seconds. |
| Do not limit yoga to the classroom, the gym, or at | | | | 4. The Cat Stretch |
| home. Rather, think of your cubicle, office, or desk, as | | | | Sit straight up with your hand between your legs. Take |
| a place where you can do your yoga. Here are some | | | | a deep breathe and arch your back slightly while |
| poses to help jump start your portable routine. | | | | looking toward the ceiling. Next, exhale and lower your |
| 1. The Arm Stretch | | | | head and push back with your shoulders. When done |
| Put your hands behind your back. Imagine they are tied | | | | correctly, you can feel the stretch between your |
| together at the wrists. To get the stretch, raise your | | | | shoulder blades. Use your breathing to time your reps. |
| arms and push out with your chest. Try holding this | | | | Try and come up with your own adaptations of your |
| position for about thirty seconds or so. Rinse and | | | | favorite yoga poses. Use your imagination and |
| repeat for repetitions. | | | | customize them according to your workplace |
| 2. The Wrist Stretch | | | | environment. While I do not recommend this in place of |
| Put your wrists on the edge of your desk or a table. | | | | your yoga routine, getting a workout while at work is |
| Next, lean forward so that your hands are flat. | | | | better than no exercise at all. |
| Meanwhile lift your shoulder blades. Hold this for about | | | | To learn more, get some Natural Wellness Techniques. |
| half a minute for each rep. | | | | |