Just as a lotus flower rises up from muddy beginnings
so this breath raises the energy, lifting our spirits and energising us.
- Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, arms by your sides and palms facing back. RELAX!!
- Inhale as you slowly raise your arms in front of your body to shoulder height.
- Rotate your arms so the palms face each other. Exhale and separate your arms out to the sides.
- As you inhale rotate your palms upwards and raise your arms above your head.
- Exhale: Bend your elbows and slowly lower your hands with your palms facing down, thumbs reaching towards the floor, keeping your hands close to your body without touching.
- Return your arms to starting position by your sides and repeat 5 or more times.
In my regular classes at AMSY & GCCC I often fit this breath in between poses or more particularly after a strenuous sequence of poses. It helps us to centre ourselves, to relax and rejuvenate.
