Tired of doing push-ups, but want to see the same results? Well, here’s a pose that will give you the same benefits, and makes a quick, effective addition to your morning routine.
Four-Limbed Staff Pose:
-First, move from the Downward-Facing Dog into the Plank Pose
-From the Plank Pose, firm your shoulder blades against your back ribs, and push your tailbone towards your pubis
-Exhale as you slowly lower your torso and legs parallel and a few inches above and away from the floor
-Keep your tailbone in place and your legs turned slightly inward
-Keep the space between your shoulder blades broad; don’t allow your elbows to move out toward your sides, rather, keep them along the sides of your torso, pushing them back toward your heels
-Press the bases of the index fingers firmly against the floor. Lift the sternum and your head up to look forward
-For best results, hold for at least ten seconds, and work up to 30 seconds. Exhale as you release
This is a great pose for strengthening the arms and firming your abdomen. It’s a quick move for you in the morning if you have limited time to practice, like I sometimes do.
Enjoy!
Peace
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Sounds like a great variation on the regular push up; I like this idea.
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