Neck release is an important beginner yoga pose and is often used at the beginning and end of a routine to help you warm up and cool down. A lot of tension is carried in the neck and upper back, which will cause injury, headaches and can inhibit the success of your other poses. The neck release is a simple pose that will keep your neck tension free.
Knit Yoga Mat Straps
If you don't have the money--or desire--to purchase a swanky storebought yoga mat bag or set of straps, why not create your own? If you can cast on, bind off and do the knit stitch, you can complete this project in one evening. For a different look, you could do the same project in stockinette stitch, or adapt the pattern to use with a crochet stitch.
Do the Yoga Lion Pose With a Chair
The yoga lion pose is a unique posture that focuses on the strength and flexibility of the muscles of the face and neck, helping to firm the facial muscles for a more youthful appearance. However, the yoga lion pose is traditionally performed in a kneeling position which can be quite challenging for those with knee injuries. Instead of kneeling, pull up a chair for this yoga pose.
Do the Gomukhasana Yoga Pose
In yoga, the Gomukhasana pose (also known as Cow Face) is so named because it supposedly resembles the lips and ears of a cow. Although the name may require some imagination, its benefits do not. This pose serves as valuable exercise for stretching the hips, arms, and knees.
Do a Floor Hip Roll in Hatha Yoga
Hatha Yoga is a slow and gentle form of yoga which provides among many other health benefits, relief from stress and relaxation of muscles. Different Hatha Yoga movements work different muscles of the body. Here are the steps for performing a Hatha Yoga floor hip roll which will help stretch out your back, abdomen, and hips.