When an afternoon feels stressful, yoga is some of the best medicine! You don't need to step out for an hour or 90 minutes to reap yoga's amazing benefits. This quick midday session will help you calm down, get focused, and amp up your energy. It's one of the best things you can do for your body when there's just 15 minutes to spare.
Standing Forward Bend looks like it's all about relaxation, but you will feel a deep and intense stretch in your hamstrings and upper back.
Downward Facing Dog is an active pose that always helps to calm a busy mind during the day. Focus on deep, full-body breaths to release your legs and get the most out of this pose.
Warrior 1 Pose sets a strong foundation for the rest of your practice.
Warrior 2 will open up your tight and tired hips. Breathe deep, and stick with the pose even when it starts to burn! You'll feel alive and invigorated right after.
This Wide-Legged Forward Bend works to stretch tight shoulders and hamstrings while waking up the whole body.
Sitting all day leads to seriously tight hips, so this hip opener is a midday must for anyone who deals with pesky lower back pain.
Stretch out a tight back and hips as you turn inward in Butterfly. Don't be concerned about bringing your nose to your feet. Instead, stop yourself from hunching over and do your best to keep proper form with a flat back.
Half Wheel works to open the shoulders as well as the muscles in the front of the body. If your practice has a Full Wheel, feel free to take that instead.
Before you jump back into your responsibilities for the afternoon, take a few moments to relax and breathe deep in Savasana. Your body thanks you in advance.